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This spicy baked pasta features leftover chicken tinga, a dish hailing from Puebla, Mexico. The rich tomato-chipotle sauce adds heat and creaminess to the dish.

EatingWell Magazine, March 2022; updated February 2023

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Credit: Jacob Fox

Recipe Summary

active:
15 mins
total:
25 mins
Servings:
4
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Ingredients

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Directions

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  • Preheat broiler. Bring a saucepan of water to a boil.

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  • Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.

  • Meanwhile, bring chicken tinga to a simmer in a large broiler-safe skillet. Stir in the cooked pasta and top with cheese. Broil until the cheese is melted, about 2 minutes. Garnish with scallions, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts

about 1 3/4 cups
542 calories; protein 40g; carbohydrates 54g; dietary fiber 8g; sugars 6g; fat 20g; saturated fat 7g; cholesterol 132mg; sodium 635mg; potassium 481mg.
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