Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
8 oz

PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread

1 unit

TACO BELL Taco Seasoning Mix

2 tbsp

milk

1.5 lb

boneless skinless chicken breasts

cut into bite-size pieces

0.5 cup

green peppers

chopped

14.5 oz

no-salt-added diced tomatoes

drained

10 oz

frozen corn

3 cup

rotini pasta

cooked

1 cup

KRAFT Shredded Monterey Jack Cheese

divided

Step 1
~2 min

In a bowl, mix cream cheese spread, taco seasoning, and milk until well blended.

Step 2
~2 min

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 3
~2 min

Add chicken and green peppers to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 7 to 8 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through.

Step 4
~2 min

Add diced tomatoes, corn, and the cream cheese mixture to the skillet.

Step 5
~2 min

Cook and stir for 3 minutes.

Step 6
~2 min

Add cooked rotini pasta and 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese to the skillet.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook and stir for 1 to 2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted.

Step 8
~2 min

Top with the remaining shredded cheese.

Step 9
~2 min

Remove from heat.

Step 10
~2 min

Cover the skillet and let it stand until the cheese is melted.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a can of black beans for extra fiber and protein.

Garnish with chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream.

Adjust the amount of taco seasoning to your preferred spice level.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 min

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Cream cheese mixture can be prepared ahead of time.

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 or garlic bread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Side salad with ranch dressing

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southwest USA

Cultural Significance

Comfort food influenced by Tex-Mex cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
Potlucks

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual gathering
Family meal

Popularity Score

75/100

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