Mexican Bow-tie Pasta with Chicken

Health score
14%
Mexican Bow-tie Pasta with Chicken
25 min.
6
629kcal

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Embark on a flavor-packed journey to the heart of Mexico with this tantalizing Mexican Bow-tie Pasta with Chicken recipe! In just 25 minutes, you can serve up a sumptuous side dish, lunch, or main course that's sure to impress. With a caloric content of 629 kcal per serving, this dish offers a well-balanced meal, rich in protein, fat, and carbohydrates.

This delectable dish starts with cooking the bow-tie pasta to al dente perfection in salted boiling water. Simultaneously, melt some butter in a frying pan and sauté bite-sized chicken pieces until they're cooked through. The aromatic garlic is then added, creating a mouthwatering base for the dish.

The magic truly begins as the flour is incorporated, followed by a slow addition of milk and chicken broth, constantly stirred to create a rich and creamy sauce. The vibrant flavors of salsa and cream cheese are then folded in, resulting in a bubbling, melty concoction that perfectly coats the pasta.

Serve immediately and indulge in a harmonious blend of Mexican spices and pasta that's perfect for any occasion. Whether as a side dish, a quick lunch, or the main event, this Mexican Bow-tie Pasta with Chicken is a must-try for any adventurous food lover.

Ingredients

  • pound farfalle pasta uncooked
  • tablespoons butter 
  • cup chicken broth 
  • ounce cream cheese cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 0.3 cup flour all-purpose
  • cloves garlic crushed
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • cup salsa 
  • 1.5 pounds chicken thighs boneless skinless

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Cook pasta in boiling salted water according to package directions.
  2. Drain and set aside.
  3. Meanwhile, cut chicken into bite-size pieces. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add chicken; cook, stirring, 4 to 5 minutes.
  5. Add garlic and continue to cook until chicken is just cooked through. Stir in flour; slowly pour in milk and broth, stirring constantly.
  6. Add salsa and cream cheese and stir until sauce is hot and bubbling and cream cheese is melted and smooth.
  7. Add drained pasta to skillet; stir until pasta is coated with sauce and everything is well combined.
  8. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories629kcal
Protein23.23%
Fat33.86%
Carbs42.91%

Properties

Glycemic Index
43.67
Glycemic Load
26.59
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
21.83173930645%

Flavonoids

Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.02mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:628.74kcal
31.44%
Fat:23.46g
36.09%
Saturated Fat:11.81g
73.83%
Carbohydrates:66.89g
22.3%
Net Carbohydrates:63.53g
23.1%
Sugar:6.26g
6.96%
Cholesterol:159.16mg
53.05%
Sodium:691.73mg
30.08%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.21g
72.41%
Selenium:79.54µg
113.63%
Phosphorus:439.63mg
43.96%
Vitamin B3:8.56mg
42.81%
Manganese:0.84mg
41.78%
Vitamin B6:0.74mg
36.83%
Vitamin B2:0.43mg
25.09%
Zinc:3.23mg
21.52%
Vitamin B5:2.1mg
21.03%
Magnesium:80.37mg
20.09%
Potassium:656.36mg
18.75%
Vitamin A:893.29IU
17.87%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.11%
Copper:0.33mg
16.68%
Vitamin B12:0.93µg
15.57%
Fiber:3.36g
13.44%
Iron:2.4mg
13.34%
Calcium:105.17mg
10.52%
Vitamin E:1.28mg
8.53%
Folate:32.98µg
8.25%
Vitamin K:6.4µg
6.09%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.49%
Vitamin C:1.14mg
1.38%
Source:My Recipes