Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

salad oil

3 lb

chicken

cut into pieces

1 tsp

salt

16 oz

Ortega green chili salsa

1.5 oz

spaghetti sauce mix

10 oz

Snap-E Tom

1 unit

spaghetti

cooked

Step 1
~6 min

Heat salad oil in a large skillet or pot.

Step 2
~6 min

Add chicken pieces to the skillet and brown them lightly on all sides.

Step 3
~6 min

Sprinkle salt evenly over the chicken.

Step 4
~6 min

In a separate bowl, combine green chili salsa, spaghetti sauce mix, and Snap-E Tom.

Step 5
~6 min

Mix the ingredients well until fully combined.

Step 6
~6 min

If the mixture is too thick, add a small amount of water to reach desired consistency.

Step 7
~6 min

Pour the salsa mixture over the browned chicken.

Step 8
~6 min

Cover the skillet tightly.

Step 9
~6 min

Reduce heat to low and simmer until the chicken is cooked through and tender, approximately 50 minutes.

Step 10
~6 min

Serve hot with spaghetti.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add vegetables like bell peppers and onions for extra flavor and nutrients.

Use a slow cooker for a hands-off cooking experience.

Serve with crusty bread for dipping in the sauce.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made ahead and reheated

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad

Serve with garlic bread

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Garlic bread
Side salad with Italian dressing

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Italy/Mexico Fusion

Cultural Significance

Represents a blend of Italian comfort food and Mexican flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Family dinner
Weeknight meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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