Best 9 Salsa Chicken Pasta Recipes

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Salsa chicken pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of salsa, chicken, and pasta creates a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a dish to serve at your next party, salsa chicken pasta is sure to be a hit.

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CHEESY SALSA AND CHICKEN PASTA SKILLET



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This Cheesy Salsa and Chicken Pasta Skillet is warm, hearty comfort food that's ready in 30 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights when you want to get your protein and veggies in without a lot of preparation!

Provided by A Kitchen Addiction

Categories     Main Dish

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 C uncooked whole grain pasta of your choice
1 tbsp olive oil
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 tsp salt
1 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 C chunky salsa of your choice (If your salsa doesn't have much liquid, you may need an additional 1/2 cup of salsa)
1 C fresh or frozen and thawed sweet corn
1/2 C chopped green pepper
1/2 C chopped red pepper
1 C cooked black beans
1/4 C red onion, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 C shredded cheese, I used a combination of cheddar and mozzarella

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Remove from heat. Drain and cover.
  • While pasta is cooking, drizzle olive oil in a large skillet. Add chicken and sprinkle with salt, onion powder, black pepper, and garlic. Cook over medium-high heat until lightly pink.
  • Stir in salsa, corn, green pepper, red pepper, black beans, red onion and 1 1/4 cup cheese. Bring to a boil and allow to simmer on medium-low heat for 5 minutes, or until chicken reaches 165 degrees F.
  • Stir in pasta. Sprinkle with remaining 1/4 cup cheese and let stand for 5 minutes to allow sauce to thicken before serving.

SALSA VERDE CHICKEN PASTA



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Check out this easy recipe for the best salsa verde chicken pasta from Delish.com!

Categories     Salsa Verde Chicken Pasta     baked pasta     pasta recipe     weeknight recipe     chicken pasta     spicy pasta     best pasta     mexican pasta     green sauce

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

kosher salt
1 lb. penne
1 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
Freshly ground black pepper
1 small white or yellow onion, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 c. salsa verde
1/3 c. low-sodium chicken broth
2 tbsp. freshly chopped cilantro, plus more for garnish
1 1/2 c. shredded Monterey Jack, divided
3/4 c. shredded yellow cheddar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400º. In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook penne. Drain and return to pot.
  • In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat oil. Add chicken and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook until golden and no longer pink, 8 minutes per side. Set aside to let rest, 5 minutes, then dice.
  • To skillet add onion and cook until soft, 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant, 1 minute more, then add salsa verde, chicken broth, and cilantro and simmer 3 minutes. Stir in 1 cup Monterey Jack and cheddar and let melt, 1 minute, then add cooked chicken and penne and stir until totally combined. Top with remaining Monterey Jack and bake until melty, 10 minutes.
  • Garnish with cilantro and serve.

EASY CHEESY SALSA CHICKEN PASTA RECIPE - (4.8/5)



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Provided by SemiDomesticatedMama

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups chopped, cooked chicken
16 oz jar of chunky salsa
16 oz tomato sauce
1/2 cup water
2 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese
6oz pkg French Fried Onions
1 box favorite pasta

Steps:

  • 1. Cook pasta as directed on package. Drain and return to pot. 2. Add chicken, salsa, tomato sauce, water, and shredded cheese to drained pasta; stir to combine. 3. Pour into 13×9 baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. 4. Sprinkle with French Fried Onions. 5. Cover with foil and bake at 350 for 20 minutes. 6. Uncover and cook additional 10 minutes.

"MAKE THAT CHICKEN DANCE" SALSA PASTA



I made this up the other night after I started to make Mirjam's Penne Arrabiatta (#22941) but discovered I was missing a few ingredients. Like the Italian dish I meant to make, this one is also spicy and loaded with garlic. I'm sure it would be even more flavourful with fresh herbs, but dried ones were all I had on hand.

Provided by Sackville

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 2-3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 -5 fresh and juicy tomatoes, chopped (preferrably vine-ripened)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, chopped
3 -4 large button mushrooms, sliced
1 tablespoon hot sauce
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1 tablespoon dried basil
1 tablespoon fresh parsley
1/8 cup water
1/4 cup of your favourite cooked salsa
1 chicken breasts, cooked and diced or 1 cup quorn pieces (vegetarian substitute)
2 teaspoons olive oil
fresh ground black pepper
parmesan cheese
pasta

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a frying pan and sauté the onions and mushrooms until soft, about two minutes.
  • Add the water, tomatoes (with all their seeds and juice), garlic, oregano, basil, parsley and hot sauce.
  • Simmer over low heat for 6-10 minutes or until tomatoes are soft and enough water has evaporated to form a relatively thick sauce.
  • Add salsa and chicken.
  • Simmer until heated through.
  • Cook pasta of your choice (I like fusilli or penne) until al dente.
  • Serve sauce over hot pasta, top with parmesan cheese and freshly ground black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 255.2, Fat 12.2, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 46.4, Sodium 444.1, Carbohydrate 19.7, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 9.8, Protein 19.9

SALSA CHICKEN



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Someone gave me this recipe a few years back and it's become a household favorite. You can use mild, medium or hot salsa depending on your taste. I usually serve it with Spanish rice and Mexican-style canned corn. Very easy and quick!

Provided by Faye

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     Mexican

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
4 teaspoons taco seasoning mix
1 cup salsa
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese
2 tablespoons sour cream

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C)
  • Place chicken breasts in a lightly greased 9x13 inch baking dish. Sprinkle taco seasoning on both sides of chicken breasts, and pour salsa over all.
  • Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 25 to 35 minutes, or until chicken is tender and juicy and its juices run clear.
  • Sprinkle chicken evenly with cheese, and continue baking for an additional 3 to 5 minutes, or until cheese is melted and bubbly. Top with sour cream if desired, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.7 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 101.3 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 35.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 863.1 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

FIESTA CHICKEN PASTA



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Who says pasta has to be Italian? This Fiesta Chicken Pasta will have your family asking for seconds-en español!

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     1 Bag, 5 Dinners

Time 25m

Yield Makes 4 servings, 2 cups each.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups rotini pasta, uncooked
1 Tbsp. oil
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
2 red peppers, chopped
1/4 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1/2 cup TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1/2 cup BREAKSTONE'S or KNUDSEN Sour Cream
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in large skillet on medium-high heat. Add chicken. Cook and stir 6 min. Add peppers, dressing and chili powder; cook 3 min. or until chicken is done, stirring frequently. Stir in salsa and sour cream.
  • Drain pasta. Toss with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 510, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, TransFat 0.5 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 550 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 35 g

CHEESY CHICKEN & SALSA SKILLET



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Turn regular chicken into salsa chicken with our Cheesy Chicken and Salsa Skillet recipe! See how to make this Healthy Living salsa chicken dish here.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings, 2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups multi-grain penne pasta, uncooked
1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
1-1/4 cups TACO BELL® Thick & Chunky Salsa
1 cup frozen corn
1 large green pepper, cut into strips
1 cup KRAFT Mexican Style 2% Milk Finely Shredded Four Cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta as directed on package, omitting salt.
  • Meanwhile, cook and stir chicken in large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat 2 min. Stir in salsa, corn and peppers. Bring to boil. Simmer on medium-low heat 10 min. or until chicken is done, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain pasta. Add to chicken mixture; mix lightly. Top with cheese. Remove from heat; cover. Let stand 1 min. or until cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 830 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 33 g

SIMPLE SALSA CHICKEN



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My husband and I prefer our food a little spicier than our children, so I created this salsa chicken recipe just for the two of us. It's now a regular menu item at our house. -Jan Cooper, Troy, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 boneless skinless chicken breast halves (5 ounces each)
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup salsa
2 tablespoons taco sauce
1/3 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
Optional: Lime wedges and sliced avocado

Steps:

  • Place chicken in a shallow 2-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt. Combine salsa and taco sauce; drizzle over chicken. Sprinkle with cheese. , Cover and bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 170°. If desired, serve with lime wedges and sliced avocado.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 92mg cholesterol, Sodium 628mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 34g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ONE-POT SALSA CHICKEN



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This skillet recipe is a colorful and healthy main dish that can be on the table in just over an hour. The subtle sweet-spicy flavor is a nice surprise. -Ann Sheehy, Lawrence, Massachusetts

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons canola oil
2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and chopped
1 jar (16 ounces) medium salsa
2 medium nectarines, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons Tajin seasoning
1 cup uncooked instant brown rice
1 cup water
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
Minced fresh chives

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken with pepper and salt. Brown chicken in batches; return all to pan. Add the sweet potatoes, salsa, nectarines and seasoning. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer until potatoes are almost tender, about 15 minutes., Stir in rice and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer until potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes. Stir in parsley. Serve in bowls; sprinkle with chives.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 432 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 101mg cholesterol, Sodium 1254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

Tips:

  • Selecting the Right Pasta: Use a short pasta like penne, rotini, or bow tie to ensure the sauce evenly coats each piece.
  • Cooking the Chicken: For juicy and tender chicken, cook it over medium heat until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
  • Choosing the Right Salsa: Opt for a salsa that has a good balance of flavors, including both heat and acidity. Look for varieties with roasted tomatoes or chipotle peppers for added depth.
  • Creating a Flavorful Sauce: To enhance the flavor of the sauce, sauté some onions and garlic before adding the salsa. You can also add spices like cumin, chili powder, or paprika to taste.
  • Combining Ingredients: Once the chicken and sauce are cooked, toss them together with the pasta, ensuring they are evenly coated. Add some chopped cilantro or parsley for a fresh touch.

Conclusion:

Salsa chicken pasta is a quick and flavorful dish that combines the vibrant flavors of salsa with the comforting texture of pasta. It's a versatile dish that can be customized to your taste preferences, whether you like it mild or spicy. With its minimal ingredients and easy preparation, this recipe offers a delicious and satisfying meal that's perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. So, gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and indulge in the zesty goodness of salsa chicken pasta!

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