Feel free to adjust the amount of salsa, garlic, and chile peppers to your preferred spice level. For a vegetarian option, substitute the chicken with black beans or a plant-based protein. Add a layer of sour cream or guacamole before baking for an extra creamy texture. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Chicken Enchilada Pasta Casserole
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PREP TIME15 mins
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COOK TIME41 mins
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TOTAL TIME56 mins
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SERVING4 People
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VIEWS10
Transform your kitchen into a fiesta with this comforting and flavorful Chicken Enchilada Pasta Casserole! A delightful fusion of creamy pasta, spicy enchilada sauce, and hearty chicken, all topped with crunchy tortilla chips for the perfect Tex-Mex experience.
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate82 g
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Cholesterol94 mg
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Fiber6 g
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Protein44 g
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Saturated Fat9 g
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Sodium1492 mg
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Sugar6 g
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Fat25 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
StepPreheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (5 minutes)
02
StepCook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add penne pasta and cook until al dente, about 11 minutes. Drain well and set aside. (15 minutes)
03
StepSauté the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add cubed chicken, 1/4 cup salsa, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Cook until chicken is lightly browned, approximately 5-7 minutes. (10 minutes)
04
StepCombine Ingredients: Stir in cream of chicken soup, pinto beans, corn, and chopped green chile peppers into the skillet with the chicken mixture. Mix thoroughly.
05
StepAdd Pasta and Cheese: Stir in the cooked penne pasta and Cheddar cheese until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined.
06
StepTransfer to Baking Dish: Transfer the mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle crushed tortilla chips evenly over the top.
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StepBake: Bake in the preheated oven until the top is golden brown and bubbly, about 20 minutes. (20 minutes)
08
StepServe: Let cool slightly before serving. Serve with the remaining 1/4 cup salsa.
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Arden Predovic
Jun 29, 2025I found it a bit bland, so I added some taco seasoning to the chicken. It was much better!
Troy Bogan
Jun 28, 2025I love how customizable this recipe is. You can easily add or substitute ingredients based on what you have on hand.
Krystal Auer
Jun 27, 2025My family devoured this! I added some diced bell peppers for extra veggies.
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Jun 22, 2025This is now one of my go-to recipes for using up leftover chicken.
Krista Grimes
Jun 21, 2025I used gluten-free pasta and tortilla chips to make it gluten-free, and it was still delicious!
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Jun 20, 2025So easy to make and perfect for a weeknight meal. I used rotisserie chicken to save time.
Myrtie Runolfsdottir
Jun 13, 2025My kids are picky eaters, but they both enjoyed this casserole!
Joanny Luettgen
Jun 10, 2025Next time, I'm going to try it with different types of pasta.
Mathias Larkin
Jun 8, 2025This recipe is a keeper! I made it for a potluck and everyone loved it.