Oven-Ready
Elote Chicken Pasta
with corn and butternut squash
Prep & Cook Time: 45-55 min.
Spice Level: Not Spicy
Cook Within: 4 days
Contains: Milk, Wheat
- Calorie-Conscious
- Protein-Packed
Chef
David Welch
Still want the great flavors and delicious dinners you've come to expect from Home Chef, but a fraction of the time and barely any work? These oven-ready offerings were made with you in mind. Just follow the assembly instructions, pop it in the oven, and voila! It's like you worked over a hot stove for hours (we'll keep your secret.)
In Your Box (serves 4)
- 20 oz. Diced Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts
- 8 fl. oz. Cream Sauce Base
- 16 oz. Cooked Penne Pasta
- 12 oz. Cubed Butternut Squash
- 6 oz. Mixed Diced Peppers
- 3 oz. Frozen Corn
- 1 oz. Grated Cotija
- 1 oz. Tortilla Strips
- 4 tsp. Fiesta Seasoning
- 2 tsp. Garlic Salt
- ½ tsp. Smoked Paprika
Due to our just-in-time sourcing model, we may have to send you a substitute ingredient. Not to worry! We make sure every ingredient sent to you meets our high quality standards. We’ll keep you informed should a switch occur, so please check the ingredient labels in your meal bag.
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Nutrition (per serving)
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Calories610
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Carbohydrates63g
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Net Carbs57g
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Fat23g
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Protein40g
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Sodium1830mg
Recipe Steps
You Will Need
- Pepper
- Cooking Spray
- Olive Oil
- Salt
- 1 Microwave-Safe Bowl
- 1 Microwave
Before You Cook
Cooking Guidelines
To ensure food safety, the FDA recommends the following as minimum internal cooking temperatures:
- Steak and Pork 145° F (rest cooked meat, 3 minutes) |
- Seafood 145° F |
- Chicken 165° F |
- Ground Beef 160° F |
- Ground Turkey 165° F |
- Ground Pork 160° F
Customize It Instructions
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If using shrimp, pat dry. Cook in a medium non-stick pan with 2 tsp. olive oil over medium heat until pink and shrimp reach minimum internal temperature, 2-3 minutes per side.
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1 Start the Vegetables
Spray both provided trays with cooking spray.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine 1 Tbsp. olive oil and butternut squash. Microwave uncovered until tender, 5-8 minutes.Carefully remove from microwave.Evenly divide butternut squash and mixed peppers between both prepared trays. Add 1 tsp. olive oil and a pinch of salt and pepper to each tray and stir to combine. Spread into an even layer.Bake both trays uncovered in hot oven, 10 minutes.While vegetables bake, continue recipe. -
2 Add the Chicken
Pat chicken dry.
After 10 minutes, carefully remove both trays from oven.Evenly divide chicken, fiesta seasoning, garlic salt, smoked paprika, and 2 tsp. olive oil between both trays. Stir to combine and spread into an even layer.Bake again uncovered in hot oven until chicken reaches a minimum internal temperature of 165 degrees, 12-15 minutes.Carefully remove both trays from oven and drain any excess liquid. Trays will be hot! Use caution. -
3 Add Pasta and Sauce and Finish Meal
Evenly divide pasta, corn, and cream base between both trays. Stir a pinch of salt and pepper into both trays until combined. Spread into an even layer.
Bake again uncovered in hot oven until pasta is heated through, 5-8 minutes.Carefully remove trays from oven and stir to combine.To serve, top pasta with cheese and tortilla strips. Bon appétit!
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