PREP TIME: 0min COOK TIME: 20min
Serves 6
Ingredients
1 pkg. PERDUE® Fresh Ground Chicken
1 tbsp. vegetable oil
1 pkg. (1 oz.) taco seasoning mix
1 can (11 oz.) Mexican-style corn, drained (regular canned corn may also be used)
1 can (14.5 oz.) diced tomatoes, drained
1/4 cup sliced or chopped black olives
1/2 lb. macaroni or other shaped pasta
1 cup cubed Monterey Jack cheese
Step 1
In large skillet, heat vegetable oil over medium heat. Add ground turkey or chicken and stir, breaking into small pieces. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes or until no longer pink and juices run clear.
Step 2
Add taco seasoning and stir to distribute evenly. Add corn, tomatoes and olives. Stir to heat through. Keep warm.
Step 3
Prepare pasta according to package directions. When pasta is ready, remove 1/2 cup of the cooking water, set aside and drain pasta.
Step 4
In large bowl, toss hot pasta with turkey or chicken mixture and the reserved cooking water. Add cheese, stirring until soft.
Step 5
Serve in bowls with tortilla chips on the side.