Follow these steps for perfect results
rotini pasta
cooked
chorizo sausages
skin removed
chicken thighs
skinned, deboned, cut into bite sized pieces
yellow onions
chopped
green bell pepper
seeded, devained, chopped
celery
sliced
sour cream
cream of chicken soup
un-diluted
evaporated milk
egg
beaten into the milk
parmesan cheese
freshly grated
Preheat oven to 325°F.
Heat a frying pan over medium-high heat.
Brown and crumble the chorizo.
Drain excess fat from the chorizo.
Set the cooked chorizo aside.
Brown the chicken pieces.
Set the browned chicken aside.
Sauté chopped onion, bell pepper, and celery until the onions become translucent.
In a large bowl, combine cooked rotini pasta, browned chorizo, browned chicken, the sautéed onion mixture, sour cream or yogurt cheese, cream of chicken soup, and the milk-egg mixture.
Mix all the ingredients well to ensure they are evenly combined.
Spoon the mixture into an ungreased casserole dish.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes.
If freezing for later use, cool the casserole, divide into serving-sized portions, and store in ziplock freezer bags. To serve, thaw, add Parmesan cheese, and heat.
If serving immediately, cover the casserole with freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Let the casserole rest for 20 minutes before serving.
Expert advice for the best results
Add a layer of breadcrumbs on top for a crispy texture.
Use different types of cheeses for a more complex flavor.
Adjust the amount of chorizo depending on spice preference.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and refrigerated until ready to bake.
Serve in the casserole dish or portion out onto plates. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley.
Serve with a side salad
Serve with garlic bread
Pairs well with the chorizo and chicken.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Comfort food with a Spanish influence.
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