Creamy Southwest Chicken Alfredo

Chicken Alfredo is given a southwest twist in this recipe. The chicken is seasoned with abodo seasoning giving the dish a little spicy flavor.

Creamy Southwest Chicken Alfredo

Ingredients:

• 8 ounces penne pasta
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
• 10 ounce can diced tomatoes with chilies, 2 tablespoons reserved for garnish

Directions:

1. Cook the pasta according to the package directions and drain.
2. In a skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
3. Pat the chicken dry on both sides with a paper towel.
4. Evenly sprinkle the adodo seasoning on both sides of the chicken breasts.
5. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 5-8 minutes. Flip the chicken over cook on the other side until the chicken is completely cooked.
6. Remove the chicken from the skillet and place on a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
7. Add the butter to the skillet the chicken was cooked in and let melt over medium heat.
8. Slowly pour in the heavy cream while whisking to incorporate the seasonings and browned bits left behind from the chicken. Whisk constantly for 2 minutes.
9. Add in the cheese and the tomatoes.
10. Stir until thickened and the cheese is melted.
11. And in the cooked pasta and stir until well mixed.
12. Slice the chicken into strips and place on top of the pasta.
13. Sprinkle the chicken with the reserved diced tomatoes.

Enjoy!!!

Nutrition Facts
Serves: 4
Amount Per Serving
Calories 643
Total Fat		33.6g
Saturated Fat		19.1g
Polyunsaturated Fat		1g
Monounsaturated Fat		4.3g
Trans Fat		0g
Cholesterol		155.8mg
Sodium		1634.9mg
Potassium		399.4mg
Total Carbohydrates		44.9g
Dietary Fiber		2.6g
Sugars		4.1g
Protein		32.4g
Vitamin A 23.1% Vitamin C 6.25%
Calcium 10.48% Iron 15.96%
*Nutritional information will vary depending on the brands you use.

*Adapted from Good Cook.