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A pan on a stovetop contains a creamy pasta dish with chicken and corn, labeled as "Family Dinner Under $20 Chicken Taco Tortellini."
Various packaged and canned ingredients for a recipe are displayed on a surface, including chicken, tortellini, milk, Alfredo sauce, corn, taco seasoning, and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
Diced chicken pieces are cooking in a black pan on a white stovetop, with text indicating "STEP 1: Cook chicken seasoned with 1 pkg of taco szn. Once done, set chx aside."
Golden brown corn kernels are cooking in a black pan on a white stovetop, with text indicating "STEP 2: In same pan, cook drained corn until golden brown. Set aside once done."
A creamy, light orange sauce is simmering in a black pan on a white stovetop, with text indicating "STEP 3: Pour Alfredo, milk, taco szn pkg, and rotel into pan and bring to a simmer."
Tortellini pasta is added to the simmering creamy sauce in a black pan on a white stovetop, with text indicating "STEP 4: Once sauce is simmering add tortellini and cook 7-10 mins until tender."
The finished creamy pasta dish with chicken, corn, and tortellini is in a black pan on a white stovetop, with text indicating "STEP 5: Return chicken and corn to pan and stir. Once mixed, enjoy!"
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Family dinner under $20!

Kid Approved ✅

One Pan Cleanup ✅

✨ Ingredients ✨

• 1 1/2 lbs chicken breast (diced)

• 19 oz cheese tortellini

• 1 jar Alfredo sauce

• 1/2 cup milk

• 2-1oz pkts taco seasoning

• 1 can of corn

• 1 can of rotel

2025/5/13 Edited to

... Read moreHosting a family dinner doesn’t have to break the bank! With this Chicken Taco Tortellini recipe, you'll serve up a delicious meal that is both budget-friendly and easy to prepare. The combination of tender chicken, creamy Alfredo sauce, and cheesy tortellini is sure to be a hit among kids and adults alike. To enhance the flavors, consider adding fresh ingredients like diced bell peppers or onions. You can also customize this dish by replacing the chicken with ground turkey or a vegetarian alternative. Serve with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that satisfies everyone. This Dinner under $20 recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, as it requires minimal prep time and uses just one pan for cooking—making clean-up a breeze! By keeping costs low, you can enjoy family gatherings without worrying about overspending. Plus, with its appealing flavors and kid-approved ingredients, it’s an ideal addition to your weeknight dinner repertoire. Happy cooking!

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Shawna

How many calories do you think are in this

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Dawn Neathery

Any suggestions for a substitute on the Alfredo? My fiancé doesn’t like Alfredo and I’m not sure if my kid does either

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