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Mexican Chicken Casserole
Prep and Cook Time: 20 minutes
Yield: Makes 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients:
8
ounces elbow or small shell pasta

2
teaspoons olive oil

1
large carrot, grated

1
medium green bell pepper, finely chopped

1
tablespoon minced garlic

3/4
pound chicken tenders, cut in 3/4-inch pieces

2
teaspoons ground cumin

1-1/2
teaspoons dried oregano leaves

1/2
teaspoon salt

1/4
teaspoon ground red pepper

2
cups (8 ounces) shredded Monterey Jack cheese, divided

1
jar (16 ounces) tomato salsa, divided



 
Preparation:
1.
Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add carrot, bell pepper and garlic; cook and stir 3 minutes until vegetables are tender. Add chicken, increase heat to medium-high; cook and stir 3 to 4 minutes or until chicken is no longer pink in center. Add cumin, oregano, salt and red pepper; cook and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; set aside.

2.
Grease 13X9-inch microwavable dish. Drain and rinse pasta under cold running water; place in large bowl. Add chicken mixture, 1 cup cheese and 1 cup salsa. Mix well; pour into prepared dish. Top with remaining 1 cup salsa and 1 cup cheese. Cover with plastic wrap; microwave on HIGH 4 to 6 minutes, turning dish halfway through cooking time. Serve immediately.



Nutritional Information:
Serving Size:
Sodium 1443 mg
Protein 42 g
Fiber 2 g
Carbohydrate 52 g
Cholesterol 102 mg
Total Fat 23 g
Calories 591
Dietary Exchange:
Fat 1-1/2
Meat 5
Vegetable 1
Starch 3


This recipe appears in: Mexican

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