Cilantro Lime Chicken Pasta (Printable)

Tender chicken and rotini in a tangy cilantro-lime yogurt sauce. Ready in 40 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Pasta and Chicken

01 - 12 oz rotini pasta
02 - 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken breast

→ Cilantro-Lime Yogurt Sauce

03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
05 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
06 - 1 tsp lime zest
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Optional Garnishes

13 - 1/4 cup cotija or feta cheese, crumbled
14 - Extra chopped cilantro
15 - Lime wedges

# Directions:

01 - Boil rotini pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package directions. Drain thoroughly and set aside.
02 - Combine Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a blender. Process until completely smooth and vibrant green.
03 - Place cooked pasta and shredded chicken in a large bowl. Pour the cilantro-lime sauce over and toss until evenly coated.
04 - Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately topped with crumbled cheese, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • The Greek yogurt sauce keeps everything creamy without feeling heavy
  • It comes together in under 40 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights
02 -
  • The sauce thickens as it sits, so if making ahead, thin with a splash of water or extra lime juice
  • Dont rinse the pasta after draining, the starch helps the sauce cling better
03 -
  • If the garlic taste is too sharp, let the sauce sit for 15 minutes before tossing with pasta
  • Reserve some pasta water in case you need to thin the sauce
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