Best 7 Thai Chicken Fettuccine Southwest Style Recipes

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Looking for a delicious and easy recipe to create a flavorful fusion of Thai and Southwest flavors? Look no further than Thai Chicken Fettuccine Southwest Style! This dish combines the exotic spices of Thailand with the bold flavors of the Southwest to create a tantalizing culinary experience. With just a few simple ingredients and steps, you can enjoy a satisfying and unique meal that will impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

THAI CHICKEN FETTUCCINE



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Salsa and peanut butter make a taste-tempting pair in this unique chicken recipe from Michelle Van Loon of Gurnee, Illinois. "Its innovative flavor combination, fresh taste and ease of preparation will bowl you over," says Michelle.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup salsa
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon soy sauce
8 ounces uncooked fettuccine
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • For sauce, in a microwave-safe bowl, combine the first five ingredients. Cover and microwave on high for 1 minute; stir. Set aside. , Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes or until chicken juices run clear. Add red pepper; cook and stir until crisp-tender. , Drain fettuccine; top with chicken mixture and sauce. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 476 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 492mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

SOUTHWEST CHICKEN ALFREDO PASTA BAKE RECIPE BY TASTY



Southwest Chicken Alfredo Pasta Bake Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fusilli pasta, corn, black beans, cooked chicken, alfredo sauce, taco seasoning, monterey jack cheese, cheddar cheese, fresh cilantro

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Dinner

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

8 oz fusilli pasta
8 oz corn, drained
8 oz black beans, drained & rinsed
2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
16 oz alfredo sauce
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 cup monterey jack cheese
1 cup cheddar cheese
fresh cilantro, chopped

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C)
  • Cook the fusilli pasta according to box instructions. This will make about 4½ cups (900g) of cooked pasta.
  • In a large bowl, mix together cooked pasta, corn, black beans, cooked chicken, alfredo sauce, and taco seasoning.
  • Pour into a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking pan and spread evenly around the pan.
  • Sprinkle Monterey Jack and cheddar cheese over the top and cover with foil.
  • Bake for 35 minutes, uncovering after 20 minutes to allow the cheese to brown.
  • Garnish with cilantro.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 486 calories, Carbohydrate 34 grams, Fat 25 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 31 grams, Sugar 3 grams

THAI CHICKEN PASTA



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I try to buy fresh chicken when it's on sale. I cook a big batch in the slow cooker, then cut it up and package it in small amounts suitable for recipes like this. When I want it, I just need to pull it out of the freezer and let it thaw. -Jeni Pittard, Canon, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 ounces uncooked whole wheat linguine
1/2 cup salsa
2 tablespoons reduced-fat creamy peanut butter
1 tablespoon orange juice
1-1/2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 cup cubed cooked chicken breast
1 tablespoon chopped unsalted peanuts
1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions., Meanwhile, in a microwave-safe dish, combine the salsa, peanut butter, orange juice, honey and soy sauce. Cover and microwave on high for 1 minute; stir. Add the chicken; heat through., Drain linguine. Serve with chicken mixture. Garnish with peanuts and cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 409 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 54mg cholesterol, Sodium 474mg sodium, Carbohydrate 46g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

MAKE-AHEAD CHEESY SOUTHWEST CHICKEN AND PASTA CASSEROLE



Make-Ahead Cheesy Southwest Chicken and Pasta Casserole image

Plan ahead and put this party-ready casserole in the freezer for your next big get-together! Once it's thawed, top with tortilla chips, and bake for a cheesy-crunchy crowd pleaser that packs tons of flavor and just the right amount of heat.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h25m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 tablespoons butter
1 medium onion, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium red bell pepper, chopped (1 cup)
1 medium poblano chile, chopped (3/4 cup)
1 medium jalapeño chile, seeded and finely chopped
3 tablespoons Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chicken taco seasoning mix
2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
4 oz (half of 8-oz package) cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded sharp Cheddar cheese (4 oz)
4 1/2 cups uncooked bow-tie (farfalle) pasta (12 oz)
2 cups shredded deli rotisserie chicken
1 cup Cascadian Farm™ organic frozen corn (from 10-oz bag)
1 can (15 oz) Progresso™ black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (10 oz) Old El Paso™ mild red enchilada sauce
1 1/2 cups crushed tortilla chips (about 6 oz)
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup chopped red onion

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Spray bottom and sides of 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.
  • In 4-quart saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in onion, bell pepper, poblano and jalapeño chiles; cook about 6 minutes or until vegetables are softened. Stir in flour and taco seasoning mix; cook and stir 1 minute. Gradually beat in broth with whisk. Heat to boiling, stirring constantly; boil and stir 1 minute. Remove from heat; stir in cream cheese and Cheddar cheese.
  • Meanwhile, cook pasta as directed on package for minimum cook time. Drain; stir pasta into sauce with chicken, frozen corn and black beans. Pour pasta mixture into baking dish, and pour enchilada sauce over top.
  • Bake 15 minutes. Remove from oven, and sprinkle with tortilla chips. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until heated through and sauce is bubbling around edges. Let stand 15 minutes before serving. Garnish with cilantro and red onion just before serving.
  • To freeze: Line 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with foil, making sure foil is as smooth as possible, as wrinkled foil may get stuck in sauce during freezing process. Leave enough overhang to lift casserole out of dish. Spray foil with cooking spray. Cover and refrigerate sauce 30 to 40 minutes before assembling casserole. Mix sauce with cooked pasta, chicken, frozen corn and beans; spread in lined baking dish (do not add enchilada sauce); cover tightly with another layer of foil. Freeze unbaked casserole about 8 hours or until completely frozen. Transfer frozen casserole to labeled 2-gallon resealable freezer plastic bag. Remove air; seal and freeze up to three months. To bake: Remove foil, and transfer to 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish sprayed with cooking spray. Cover and thaw in refrigerator until completely thawed, at least 48 hours. Heat oven to 350°F. Remove cover, and top with enchilada sauce. Bake 20 minutes; top with crushed tortilla chips. Bake 25 to 30 minutes or until heated through and bubbly around edges (165°F in center). Let stand 15 minutes. Top with cilantro and red onion just before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 61 g, Cholesterol 55 mg, Fat 2 1/2, Fiber 7 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 910 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g

THAI CHICKEN FETTUCCINE, SOUTHWEST STYLE



Thai Chicken Fettuccine, Southwest Style image

Around the world in one dish... (7/5/07 -- NOTE: I suggest more sauce than posted by either increasing salsa to 1 1/2 C, or add 1 diced tomato during heating process to increase sauce quantity. It's better to have a little more sauce than not have enough!)

Provided by Mareesme

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup chunky salsa (mild to hot as desired)
1/4 cup creamy peanut butter
2 tablespoons orange juice
2 tablespoons honey
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/8 teaspoon red pepper flakes
8 ounces fettuccine pasta
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into strips
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 sweet red pepper, julienned
1/4 cup cilantro, minced
salt

Steps:

  • In saucepan or microwave, combine salsa, peanut butter, orange juice, honey, soy sauce and red pepper flakes. Heat until well blended.
  • In a large skillet, cook chicken in oil over medium heat for 3-5 minutes until browned. Add julienned red pepper and cook and stir until crisp-tender.
  • Cook fettuccine according to package directions and fold into chicken mixture. Stir in sauce, salt to taste and sprinkle with cilantro.
  • Wonderful with spiced fruit salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480.9, Fat 14.5, SaturatedFat 2.7, Cholesterol 108.8, Sodium 637, Carbohydrate 50.8, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 14, Protein 38.5

SOUTHWESTERN CHICKEN FETTUCCINE



Southwestern Chicken Fettuccine image

I found this recipe years ago (and cannot remember where). It's so different from any other chicken and pasta recipe and it's just such a treat. If you like southwestern cooking, you'll love this one!

Provided by Chef Dine

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 1h40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

5 boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cut lengthwise into strips
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped. (never dried)
1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
4 tablespoons olive oil
6 minced garlic cloves
1 large red onion, thinly sliced
2 large red bell peppers, thiny sliced
1 large poblano chiles or 1 large pasilla chile, thinly sliced
2 cups heavy whipping cream
1 tablespoon chile, chopped (canned chipotle or adobe chilies)
1 lb fettuccine pasta
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 cup monterey jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Toss chicken, 1 Tbs fresh cilantro and 1 tbs oil in a medium sized bowl. Sprinkle with salt & pepper, toss once more. Cover and refrigerate one hour.
  • Heat 3 Tbls oil in large skillet. Over medium heat, add garlic, onion, pepper and poblano chili. Saute until just tender, (about 10 minutes).
  • Transfer vegetables into a large bowl. Add chicken to same skillet and saute over medium-high heat until cooked through (about 4 minutes). Transfer chicken to vegetable bowl.
  • Add cream and chipotle chilies (a bit of adobe sauce optional - HOT)to skillet. Bring to a boil and reduce until you can coat your spin thickly, about 4 minutes.
  • Cook pasta until just tender, but firm to bite. Drain and return to pot. Add sauce, chicken and vegetables to pasta and toss over medium-high heat until sauce coats pasta (about 3 minutes).
  • Stir in 1 cup shredded jack cheese and toss again to blend. Season with salt & pepper to taste.
  • Transfer to a large bowl. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1175, Fat 70.9, SaturatedFat 35.6, Cholesterol 356.6, Sodium 618.6, Carbohydrate 77.4, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 6.1, Protein 58

THAI CHICKEN SPAGHETTI



Thai Chicken Spaghetti image

I had a dish like this at a restaurant in Canada on my honeymoon and thought it was delicious, so I tried to recreate it once I got back home. This is the result.

Provided by TaraKD

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 (8 ounce) package thin spaghetti, broken in half
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 ½ pounds chicken tenders, cut into bite-size pieces
4 stalks celery, sliced
2 red bell peppers, sliced
1 red onion, sliced
⅔ cup shredded carrots
1 cup chicken broth
½ cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon sesame oil
¾ cup unsalted peanuts
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook spaghetti in the boiling water, stirring occasionally until cooked through but firm to the bite, 4 to 5 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat oil in a large non-stick pan or wok over medium heat; cook and stir chicken until no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes. Add celery, red bell peppers, red onion, and carrots; cook and stir until vegetables are slightly tender, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix chicken broth, soy sauce, cornstarch, garlic powder, and sesame oil in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until desired thickness of sauce is reached, 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Stir peanuts, garlic, and red pepper flakes into chicken-vegetables mixture; cook for 2 minutes more. Pour sauce over chicken-vegetable mixture; add spaghetti and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 656.3 calories, Carbohydrate 52.8 g, Cholesterol 98.2 mg, Fat 26.7 g, Fiber 6.6 g, Protein 52.9 g, SaturatedFat 4.3 g, Sodium 2373.3 mg, Sugar 8.5 g

Tips:

  • To make the fettuccine more flavorful, use a combination of chicken broth and water to cook the pasta.
  • To add a touch of smokiness to the dish, grill the chicken breasts before adding them to the sauce.
  • If you don't have any bell peppers on hand, you can substitute another type of vegetable, such as zucchini or broccoli.
  • To make the dish more spicy, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
  • To make the dish more creamy, stir in a tablespoon or two of heavy cream or sour cream to the sauce.
  • Serve the dish immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro or parsley.

Conclusion:

This Thai chicken fettuccine with a southwest twist is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The combination of Thai and Southwest flavors is unique and flavorful, and the dish is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. So next time you're looking for a new and exciting recipe, give this Thai chicken fettuccine a try.

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