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One family member likes Italian; another likes Mexican. They’ll never compromise when this is on the menu. —Tia Woodley, Stockbridge, Georgia
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Nutritional Facts 1-1/2 cups equals 559 calories, 20 g fat (11 g saturated fat), 102 mg cholesterol, 899 mg sodium, 55 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 40 g protein.
Originally published as Mexican Chicken Alfredo in Simple & Delicious August/September 2011, p22
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When a recipe calls for shredded Parmesan cheese, use the cheese found in bags in the grocery store dairy section. Shredded Parmesan is often used in salads or soups where the shreds make a pretty garnish. If grated Parmesan is called for, use the finely grated cheese sold in containers with shaker/pourer tops. This type works well in lasagna and casseroles. (You can substitute either shredded or grated Parmesan in equal proportions in your favorite recipes.) If you decide to buy a chunk of Parmesan cheese and grate your own, be sure to use the finest section on your grating tool. You can also use a blender or food processor. Simply cut the cheese into 1-inch cubes and process 1 cup of cubes at a time on high until finely grated.
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Reviewed on Apr. 10, 2012 by elynoon
First recipe in a long time that made the entire family happy - even picky teenagers. We make this by demand atleast once a month. The only change I make is, I add cheese on top as well and bake last 5 minutes or so without foil to seal the top of the dish. We also do not split the recipe. This is enough for a huge Pyrex dish and it is gone by the next day. Very tasty!
Reviewed on Apr. 02, 2012 by lisareiger
Made this for my very picky mother(haha) and she loved it! Everyone in my family did. Actually making dinner for my mother again for her birthday and she asked me to make this again. Very easy to make and delicious!!
Reviewed on Feb. 23, 2012 by msymonds
I made this for dinner one out and it was wonderful! when my parents came to visit i told them about it and they said i had to make it again! I made it for them last night and it was a HUGE hit! I even had to give the recipe to my mom to make it home! Great dish!
Reviewed on Jan. 31, 2012 by lilysille
Unfortunately I couldn't put salsa and onion in it cuz then my boys wouldn't eat it so I just use onion powder and extra taco seasoning, maybe half of a package. Everyone loves it. You know its good when the hubby tells you 3 times throughout the night. Making it again tonight but I only have half a jar of alfredo so I'll add a bit of homemade. YUM!
Reviewed on Jan. 26, 2012 by manuahs
This was fabulous! I love that I ususally have all of this in the pantry at all times. This is a quick, great tasting meal.
Reviewed on Jan. 21, 2012 by amandavaldez
Everyone LOVED this recipe. I had 2 families and ours over last night and served all of it. I tweaked it a little. I put in a whole green pepper. A half of a red onion. Added a can of diced green chilies. I used leftover roasted chicken and a whole packet of taco seasoning.Will definitely make this again!
Everyone LOVED this recipe. I had 2 families and ours over last night and served all of it. I tweaked it a little. I put in a whole green pepper. A half of a red onion. Added a can of diced green chilies. I used leftover roasted chicken and a whole packet of taco seasoning.
Will definitely make this again!
Reviewed on Jan. 16, 2012 by looking4recipes
I noticed in the reviews how some people liked it if they omitted something or added something. So I only used one box of noodles, 2 lbs of chicken, 1 jar of alfredo, 3/4 cup parmesan, 1/4 milk, 2 tsp os seasoning. It came out awesome. It wasn't even this mexican chicken alfredo because of all those changes but more of an amazing mac and cheese.
Reviewed on Jan. 12, 2012 by boodee95
i haven't made this yet, but was wondering if i added mexicorn to it, how that would taste? so at least there is some sort of veggie in there...aside from the salsa, of course...
Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2011 by carollachman
Absolutely yummy!
Reviewed on Nov. 22, 2011 by lisareiger
This recipe is wonderful. It is great for something different. However, I just noticed the recipe calls for 2 teaspoons of taco seasoning. I used 2 tablespoons (oops) it tasted wonderful like this though. Will definately make this again. And it was supper easy.
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