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Fideo (Mexican Spaghetti)

Cost $12, save $10

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  • 25 Min
  • 6 Servings
  • $12

INGREDIENTS

  • Pasta & Grains

    • 🍝 1 (12 ounce) package spaghetti noodles, broken in half

  • Protein

    • 🍗 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • Vegetables

    • 🍅 5 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
    • 🧅 1 large onion, chopped

  • Dairy

    • 🧀 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

  • Pantry Items

    • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
    • ½ tablespoon ground cumin
    • 2 ½ teaspoons chili powder
    • Salt and pepper to taste
    • đź’§ 1 ½ cups water

STEPS

1

Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts in the oil until nicely browned on the outside. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

2

Add remaining oil to the skillet, and add the broken spaghetti. Cook, stirring constantly until spaghetti is browned. Drain off any excess oil, and add tomatoes and onion.

3

Dice the chicken breasts, and return them to the skillet. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper. Pour in water, cover, and simmer over medium-low heat until pasta is tender, and water has been absorbed, about 10 minutes.

4

Check towards the end, and add more water if necessary. Spoon the chicken mixture into bowls to serve, and garnish with shredded cheese.

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

455

Calories

  • 32g
    Protein
  • 48g
    Carbs
  • 14g
    Fats

đź’ˇ Tips

Serve with a side of fresh tortillas or a simple green salad for a complete meal.You can use shredded rotisserie chicken as a shortcut.Try adding diced bell peppers for more color and flavor.

⚠️ Precautions

This recipe is for inspiration only. The specific use needs to beadjusted according to individual differences.