Southwest Chicken Alfredo
A comforting twist on classic Chicken Alfredo featuring juicy chicken, rich cream, and Southwest spices for a flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb. Chicken Breasts (cut into 1″ strips)
- 1/2 lb. Penne Pasta
- 1 (15 oz.) can Diced Tomatoes
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 1/2 cups Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Onion (chopped)
- 4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Cilantro (chopped)
- 1 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 1/2 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Cayenne
Instructions
- Season and cook the chicken.
- Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes and spices, simmering them into a rich sauce.
- Stir in the heavy cream and cheese for the creamy texture.
- Mix in cooked penne pasta and let the flavors meld.
Notes
This dish pairs well with a fresh green salad or garlic bread. Consider adding sautéed peppers and zucchini for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Find it online: https://www.simplefamilydishes.com/southwestern-chicken-alfredo/