Ingredients for Mexican Bow Tie Pasta With Chicken
- Bow Tie Pasta
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Garlic Cloves
- All Purpose Flour
- 1 cup milk
- Chicken Broth
- 1 cup your favorite salsa (mild, medium, or hot)
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
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How to Make Mexican Bow Tie Pasta With Chicken
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While pasta cooks, shred or dice the cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Sprinkle flour over the chicken and stir to combine. Cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in the milk and chicken broth, stirring constantly until the sauce begins to thicken.
- Stir in salsa and softened cream cheese. Continue to stir until the sauce is smooth, creamy, and bubbling. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss gently to coat with the sauce.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
29 g
Sugar
16g
Fat
59g
Carbs
21g