Salsa Chicken Spaghetti
A flavorful pasta dish featuring chicken, salsa, cheddar, and pasta, seasoned with garlic, cumin, and chili powder.
Servings 6 people
Ingredients
- 1 lb. spaghetti noodles, cooked according to package instructions
- 1 tbsp. butter
- 1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite sized pieces
- 2 tbsp. oil
- 2 medium vine ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1/4 tsp. garlic powder
- 1 tsp. cumin
- 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- 1 cup mild salsa
- 1 cup cheddar, shredded
- 1 tsp. salt
Instructions
- Cook the spaghetti noodles according to package instructions, while you start the chicken. When the noodles are finished cooking, drain, and return to pot. Add 1 tbsp. butter, stir to mix in, and set aside, covered. (leave off heat)For the chicken:Heat 2 tbsp. oil in a large skillet. Add the chicken and cook for 5 minutes.Add the vine ripe tomatoes and cook for 5 additional minutes.Add seasonings and salsa. Stir well to mix in. Simmer for 5 more minutes.Add mixture to the pot with the spaghetti, and add cheese and salt. Mix in well. Serve with extra cheese if desired.