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Creamy Southwestern Chicken Alfredo Skillet

Creamy Southwestern Chicken Alfredo Skillet

A deliciously creamy and flavorful Southwestern Chicken Alfredo Skillet that the whole family will love.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Southwestern
Servings 8 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Pasta

  • 2 breasts boneless skinless chicken cubed
  • 1.5 cups heavy cream
  • 2 cups low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 lb penne pasta package

Veggies and Seasoning

  • 1 15 oz can black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz can corn drained
  • 0.5 cups shredded or grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • salt to taste
  • pepper to taste
  • chopped cilantro or green onion for garnish

Instructions
 

Cooking Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat and add chicken, salt, and pepper, and brown 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add cream, broth, taco seasoning, and stir to combine. Stir in pasta, and bring to a light boil.
  • Reduce heat and stir in corn, beans, garlic, and tomatoes. Cover and cook about 10-15 minutes or until pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally.
  • Turn off heat and stir in parmesan until melted. Garnish with cilantro or green onions, serve warm, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3mg
Keyword alfredo, chicken, Creamy Southwestern Chicken Alfredo Skillet, easy dinner, pasta, skillet meal
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