Fideo (Mexican Spaghetti)

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A very unusual but very delicious pasta dish. My Mexican grandfather used to make it and I make it in memory of him. For you, Pepe! Hope you all like it too! Goce! (Enjoy!)

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves

  • 1 (12 ounce) package spaghetti noodles, broken in half

  • 5 roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 large onion, chopped

  • ½ tablespoon ground cumin

  • 2 ½ teaspoons chili powder

  • salt and pepper to taste

  • 1 ½ cups water

  • 1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Directions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts in the oil until nicely browned on the outside. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

  2. Add remaining oil to the skillet, and add the broken spaghetti. Cook, stirring constantly until spaghetti is browned. Drain off any excess oil, and add tomatoes and onion. Dice the chicken breasts, and return them to the skillet. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper. Pour in water, cover, and simmer over medium-low heat until pasta is tender, and water has been absorbed, about 10 minutes. Check towards the end, and add more water if necessary.

  3. Spoon the chicken mixture into bowls to serve, and garnish with shredded cheese.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

455 Calories
14g Fat
48g Carbs
32g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 455
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 70mg 23%
Sodium 213mg 9%
Total Carbohydrate 48g 17%
Dietary Fiber 3g 12%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 32g 64%
Vitamin C 10mg 11%
Calcium 205mg 16%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 539mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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