How to make shredded chicken taco pasta casserole

DIRECTION

Preheat oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.

In a hot pan, add oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then gently place in the pan.

Cook chicken for 2 to 4 minutes on each side. Add onions and garlic and cook for 1 to 2 minutes. Add taco seasoning and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, until onions are nice and tender.

Add taco sauce and water. Mix and simmer on low for 10 to15 minutes, until chicken is tender enough to shred right in the sauce.

While chicken is simmering, cook pasta al dente according to package.

When chicken is ready, shred in the pan, then mix with the sauce.

Pour chicken into a casserole dish with the pasta and half of the cheese. Mix well, then top with the remaining cheese.

Bake in oven for 20 to 25 minutes, until the top is golden and bubbly.

Serve with chopped fresh cilantro, sour cream and sliced jalapenos if desired.

SOURCE: Cooktopcove.com