Best 2 Chipotle Chicken Pasta Bake Recipes

Indulge in a culinary delight with our tantalizing Chipotle Chicken Pasta Bake, a harmonious blend of bold flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This delectable dish features tender chicken marinated in a smoky chipotle sauce, perfectly complemented by a creamy and flavorful pasta. Layers of cheese add a rich, gooey element, while a crispy breadcrumb topping provides a satisfying crunch. You'll also find recipes for a zesty Cilantro-Lime Ranch Dressing, adding a refreshing touch to balance the richness of the dish. Dive into this irresistible Chipotle Chicken Pasta Bake, a feast for the senses that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN PASTA BAKE

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Was in the mood to be creative last night. LOL This what I came up with and my family LOVED it. It is quite hot for me anyway LOL I served it with a Pepper cornbread.You can switch up the cheeses to suit your taste. I added the juice from the chipoltes a teaspoon at a time until I got the heat I wanted , ended up using it all LOL

Provided by wicked cook 46

Categories Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed into bite size pieces
4 sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup hot water
2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni (this is the uncooked measure)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup celery, sliced
1 (4 ounce) can chipotle peppers, drained and chopped SAVE the juice
2/3 cup onion, chopped
1 (12 ounce) can corn, drained
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
3/4 cup nacho chip, crushed
1/2 cup cheese

Steps:

In the 1/2 cup hot water soak the sundried tomatoes until soft, discard water and chop the tomatoes. Chop all other ingredients and shred the cheese.
Cook elbow pasta , drain and set aside.While pasta is cooking heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a LARGE skillet and brown chicken until no longer pink and it has a golden colour, remove from pan add extra oil if needed and saute the celery, garlic and onion.
Once these are softened remove from pan . Melt butter in same pan , scraping up any brown bits, wisk in flour and cumin and cook until it bubbles and gets a bit foamy , slowly wisk in the milk, cook until it thickens add the cheeses EXCEPT the 1/2 cup listed at the bottom of the recipe. Stir until melted over a low heat add the sundried tomatoes and chilpotles cook for a couple minutes for the flavours to meld. Add the liquid from the canned chilpotles a couple teaspoons at a time to suit your taste. Add pasta, chicken, corn and cooked veggies. Mix well .Pour into a large casserole . I used a 2 quart oval casserole.
Top with the crushed nachos and cheese.
Bake at 350 for 25 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 779.6, Fat 39.5, SaturatedFat 20.8, Cholesterol 122.1, Sodium 737.1, Carbohydrate 70.8, Fiber 9, Sugar 13.4, Protein 39.4

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN PASTA BAKE

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This pasta can be made ahead of time and should serve 8 to 10 people.

Provided by Connie Hain

Categories Chicken

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

1 box penne pasta
3 jar(s) 16 oz jars of alfredo sauce (i use cheesy ragu roasted parmesan)
22 oz grilled & ready fajita chicken strips (i use tyson)
2-3 Tbsp southwest chipotle seasoning (i use tones)
2 c cheddar cheese

Steps:

1. Prepare pasta as directed on package. Cook 2 minutes less than they say. (The pasta will be baked, so it will continue to cook in the oven)
2. While past is cooking... Pour all 3 jars of alfredo sauce in a large bowl, then stir in 2-3 tablespoons of Tones Chipotle Seasoning, 1 cup of cheese and entire bag of fajita chicken strips.
3. Drain pasta and add to the mixture in large bowl. Stir until well coated.
4. Pour into prepared 15 x10 baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Bake at 350 degrees until warmed through and the cheese is bubbly. (remember, the chicken is fully cooked already)

Tips:

To save time, use pre-cooked chicken or rotisserie chicken.
Feel free to adjust the amount of chipotle peppers and adobo sauce to your taste.
If you don't have sour cream, you can substitute plain Greek yogurt.
To make the dish gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add extra vegetables, such as black beans or corn.

Conclusion:

This Chipotle Chicken Pasta Bake is an easy and delicious weeknight meal that's sure to please the whole family. It's packed with flavor, and it's a great way to use up leftover chicken. With a few simple ingredients, you can have a satisfying and flavorful meal on the table in no time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give this Chipotle Chicken Pasta Bake a try!