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Enchilada Pasta Skillet

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Want a crazy delicious easy pasta dinner? Can’t pick between Italian or Mexican? This super easy skillet enchilada pasta is a fun meal that is the best of both worlds.

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Ever since seeing Julie’s Enchilada Pasta Casserole, I have been dying to try out the flavor combo of pasta and creamy enchilada. I needed a quick dinner to get us through before the barrage of other leftovers took over my fridge and this was the perfect solution. I gathered my normal enchilada fixins and got to work. Adjust the heat for your family’s taste.

Enchilada Pasta Skillet

Creamy spicy fun enchilada pasta skillet – the flavor of Mexican enchiladas with creamy cheesy pasta!
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American
Author: Kita Roberts
5 minutes
Serves: 12

Ingredients

  • 2 tbs olive oil - divided
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 lbs chicken - cut into bit sized pieces
  • 1/2 onion chopped
  • 1/2 red pepper chopped
  • 1 14.5 oz can black beans - drained and rinsed
  • 2 10 oz cans enchilada sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 teas Tabasco
  • 2 oz Velveeta cheese - use shredded cheddar or another cheese of your choice if Velveeta is not your thing
  • 8 oz pasta
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • sour cream - cilantro, scallions

Instructions

  • Heat 1 tbs olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Season chicken with salt and pepper and place in skillet.
  • Brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Transfer chicken to a plate, cover, and set aside.
  • Wipe out the skillet and heat the remaining olive oil over medium heat.
  • Cook the onions and peppers until soft, stirring frequently, about 5 minutes.
  • Add the beans, enchilada sauce, chicken broth, Tabasco, Velveeta and pasta.
  • Cover and adjust heat as needed to maintain a low simmer.
  • Cook until pasta is al dente, stirring to prevent anything from sticking to the bottom. (My bow tie pasta took about 10 minutes).  
  • Reduce heat to medium low and add chicken, and any accumulated juices back to the skillet.
  • Cook until everything is heated through and sauce has thickened, 3 to 5 minutes longer.
  • If desired, sprinkle with remaining cheese, and place under broiler for a few minutes until cheese has melted.
  • Top with scallions, cilantro, and a large dollop of sour cream, or serve in small containers on the table for everyone to scoop their own toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 16g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 45mg | Sodium: 773mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g

Nutritional informations provided as a courtesy and is only an approximatation. Values will changes based on ingredients used.

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  1. The Mom Chef ~ Taking on Magazines One Recipe at a Time says

    I’ve always wanted a piece of Le Creuset, any piece. But, if I had to choose one, I’d go with the 6 3/4 QT. oval French oven. I love braised dishes have a wiener Dutch oven. French beats Dutch in my book. 🙂

    Now the pasta…..wow….major comfort food. I love Cheddar, but yeah, Velveeta is my thing too. It looks delicious. Hope you had an awesome Christmas.

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  2. German Lopez says

    What a great giveaway. Thank you so much for this opportunity. I think I would use a skillet to cook everything from steaks and bacon to some nice fluffy eggs and pancakes. A cast iron skillet is all I need to cook everything and to have a complete kitchen ;).

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  24. rqw1968 says

    OMg ! This is my DREAM cookware !!! One day, I will be able to afford it. But, since you’ve asked, the item I would use most would be the SQUARE SKILLET GRILL in Cherry. (I *will* have my red kitchen, come hell or high water !) I can’t always grill outside and I love a good steak cooked with butter (only !) in a cast iron skillet. I think this grill would be PERFECT to go with my new stove. <3

    :fingers crossed:

    Thanks for your blog and great FB posts. My "To Try" list keeps growing and growing ! 😀

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  26. Toni says

    I love Le Creuset. I only have a french oven and would love to have the skillet. I follow you on face book, I pinned this post and I follow Le Creuset on facebook. Fingers crossed!

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  27. Alison says

    Have enjoyed following your blog and on Facebook for over a year now I think. This recipe looks fantastic. I like to make my own enchilada sauce from a recipe from Cooking Light magazine. It’s easy and so tasty. The combo of pasta and cheese is always good in my book, add in the Mexican flavors and the chicken and you’ve got a winner as far as I’m concerned!

    Now regarding the LeCruset. I got a small oval baker and a gorgeous 5 quart covered casserole for Christmas. I am thrilled with them both. The truth of the matter is that some people like expensive shoes, and some people like fast cars, and some people like pretty handbags. When it comes to me, you can keep all of that. I am all about the pots, pans and knives. Frankly, if you are giving away ANYTHING LeCruset I would take it and love it and make it my friend. 🙂 Happy Holidays!

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  50. Kim - Liv Life says

    This dish positively has my husband’s name all over it. Actually, I think he’d be happy if I won that bunch of cilantro in your pic! He’s a cilantro lover, and I’ve not been making anything “cilantroish” of late. I’ve got this one printed and on the top of my recipe pile for when he gets home! Fantastic recipe.

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  56. Kim - Liv Life says

    Ok… now for the bribery… If I ever win the lotto, I till totally share it with you!! 🙂 And as always, your photos are so beautiful. One of the commenters on G+ has already said we should have forks included so we can taste right away.

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  63. Janet says

    I pinned your recipe! Better than that, I’ve printed it out and plan to actually create it myself. I love anything with the words Enchilada and Cheese in it!!!

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  65. Janet says

    Bribery… I have nothing but to say that I wish you a VERY happy new year… One filled with continued success, perfect health and all the love you deserve!

    xo

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  71. Kim says

    After reading this recipe, I am going to pin it and make it this week. I think I definitely need the le creuset skillet!!! My husband loves bacon and I cook a lot! Love your website and recipes. Thanks!

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  72. Kim says

    I’ve pinned it, shared it on facebook, followed your blog and am following Le Creuset on facebook. Fingers crossed 🙂

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  83. Robin says

    I’m getting a new kitchen in the new year, and when I do, I’m finally going to buy myself a Round French Oven. But the skillet would be a welcome addition in there, too:)

    Can’t wait to make this casserole. Looks like something my boys will devour.

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  89. Rebecca says

    my stepdad and i have had many discussions about le creuset skillets, and in particular how much we like the ‘nutmeg’ colour! he’s already got a crockpot and i don’t, so i maybe covet that most, but we’re certainly interested in acquiring a shiny new skillet too!

    p.s. pinned! (as i would have done anyway onto my ‘dinners’ board because this looks incred)

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  98. Jill J says

    Oops – forgot the important post! I have tons of uses for the 8-qt stockpot from Le Creuset, would love to have one in my kitchen!!

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  115. Suzanne says

    Kita, this go my attention because it looks so yummy! I love easy Mexican dishes and in this pretty skillet is even better. I would use the skillet yo have the most.

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  134. Susan Allen says

    I’m constantly looking for skillet meals or casseroles because of my hectic and unusual schedule. This would be a great addition to my collection of pots and pans

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  137. Hawley says

    I started following Le Creuset on Twitter and pinned this. I’ve done most all the other things for your previous giveaway. I love all Le Creuset cookware, but that oval French oven is calling my name! Would so love to win.

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  146. Defne says

    I can’t believe I did not see your blog before!! Well, I guess I shouldn’t complain, I already picked a couple of recipes for my New Year’s party from here already hehehe:)

    For the give away, I would definitely use 11 3/4″ Iron Handle Skillet religiously!
    I did the following for you:)
    Following Pass the Sushi on Facebook
    Following Le Creuset on Facebook
    Joining the Email Subscription
    Following Pass the Sushi on Twitter
    Following Le Creuset on Twitter
    Subscribing to my RSS Feed
    Pinning this post

    Have a wonderful 2013!

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  159. Joyce Greer says

    2 QT. ROUND FRENCH OVEN is the piece that I would use alot. You are also on my Facebook page…………Have been reading your blog for quiet a while.Would LOVE the new pan!!

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  162. cathie l. says

    Would love that shiny large cherry skillet but if I had to choose one thing (there’s too many to choose from) it would be the cassis mug. It’s beautiful and I’m a big tea and lemonade drinker plus I love to put soups, chilis and stews in mugs.

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  167. Mallory says

    This looks so delicious! Will be using GF pasta, but should work fine! I have been looking at the Le Creuset Skillet and cast iron grill pans. I live in a small apartment where I cannot have a grill so a grill pan is a MUST!!

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  179. Megan O says

    I followed Le Creuset on facebook and subscribed to the rss feed! I’d take the 12-piece Utlimate Cast Iron Set– it’s on sale, only $999.00!! 🙂

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  195. Stephanie says

    After the skillet, I would definitely use a 4 QT covered oval casserole dish the most!! I covet the Le Creuset!! Thank you!

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  211. Sail2byzantium says

    Would totally use the French Oven most, but would really secretly want the Tagine. Difficult to store, but a chicken tagine is so wonderful. Entered, followed, pinned, tweet, google+, and all of the above.

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  219. Wild Orchid says

    I would love one of these–https://cookware.lecreuset.com/cookware/product_3-1%2F2-qt.-Round-French-Oven_10151_-1_20002_10321_21056

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    wildorchid985 at gmail dot com

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  277. Sasha says

    Google +ing this post. Your recipe photos are beautiful. I’m trying out the delicious smothered porkshops with smashed potatoes!

    I would use the 2-3/4 qt iron handle saucepan for making puddings, brownie batter, candy! Although that Skillet also looks quite useful

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  278. Sarah Paretti says

    I am now following Pass the Sushi on Facebook
    I am also now following Le Creuset on Facebook
    I have join the Email Subscription
    I am now following Pass the Sushi on Twitter – Sairyknits
    Tweeting about this giveaway including @passthesushi and @LeCreuset – done : https://twitter.com/sairyknits/status/286923501217140736
    I am now following Le Creuset on Twitter
    Subscribing to my RSS Feed – done for a bit now!
    Google +ing this post – done!
    Pinning this post – done!

    I love all things Le Creuset – but one of their frying pans would just be epic.

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  279. Brenda says

    Iam signing up to follow you!!! This recipe looks amazzing and I love anything Le Creuset!!! A skillet would be my most used item!!!

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  281. Jo says

    I liked you on fb; liked le crueset on fb and Pinned it…..the braiser in whatever color you would want to “pass” my way!

    Reply

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