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Salsa Verde Chicken Pasta

Salsa Verde Chicken Pasta

This Salsa Verde Chicken Pasta is the ultimate comfort food! Creamy, zesty, and loaded with tender chicken, it's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a hearty lunch. You'll want to make this easy recipe tonight!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Total Time 23 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Pasta
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 550

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • ½ cups salsa verde
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 12 ounces pasta
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups rotisserie chicken
  • 1 cup shredded cheese

Equipment

  • Thermos
  • Large Skillet

Method
 

  1. In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, add the chicken broth, salsa verde, half and half, pasta, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine and bring the mixture to a boil.
  2. Cover with a lid, reduce the heat to low, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  3. Remove the skillet from the heat, and stir in the shredded chicken and 1 cup of cheese until the mixture is creamy.
  4. Add the remaining cheese over the pasta and cover the skillet with the lid for 2 minutes to melt the cheese.
  5. To pack for lunch, preheat the thermos container and fill it with about 1 ½ cups of salsa verde pasta. Close the thermos container and pack it into a lunch bag with your choice of snacks.
  6. Include an ice pack to keep the other ingredients chilled.

Notes

  • Tip 1: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.
  • Tip 2: You can freeze this dish by allowing it to cool completely and then placing it in freezer-safe containers.
  • Tip 3: Pair with a simple side salad or garlic bread to round out your meal.
  • Tip 4: Adjust the spice level by adding diced jalapeños or crushed red pepper.
  • Tip 5: Swap out the chicken for sautéed vegetables like zucchini or bell peppers to make it vegetarian-friendly.