How To Make Easy Mexican Chicken Spaghetti Recipe
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Serves:
Ingredients
- 8 oz spaghetti
- 2 cups shredded chicken
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook the spaghetti according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion, garlic, and bell pepper. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Add the diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir to combine and let simmer for 10 minutes.
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Add the shredded chicken to the skillet and stir until heated through.
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Add the cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
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Sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese over the top and cover the skillet with a lid. Let cook for 5 minutes, or until the cheese has melted and the spaghetti is heated through.
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Serve the Mexican chicken spaghetti hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Calories : 452kcal
- Total Fat : 15g
- Saturated Fat : 7g
- Cholesterol : 77mg
- Sodium : 594mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 49g
- Dietary Fiber : 4g
- Sugar : 6g
- Protein : 31g
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