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Easy Hatch Chile Pasta - theamazingfood

Easy Hatch Chile Pasta

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Easy Hatch Chile Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that captures the essence of late summer with its fire-roasted hatch chiles. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this creamy pasta comes together in under 30 minutes, offering a delightful combination of smoky peppers, garlic, and rich cheeses. The dish is incredibly versatile, serving beautifully as a main course or a side. Topped with fresh cilantro and an extra sprinkle of chili powder, this pasta is sure to impress everyone at your table.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb spaghetti
  • 4 cloves garlic
  • 2 cups fire-roasted hatch peppers
  • 1/2 large onion, finely diced
  • 3/4 cup vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1/2 cup Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
  • 1/4 cup cotija cheese, crumbled
  • 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 cup loosely packed cilantro, chopped
  • Extra chopped cilantro, for garnish
  • Additional chili powder, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the spaghetti until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
  2. In a skillet over medium heat, sauté diced onions in olive oil until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
  3. Stir in chopped hatch peppers and sauté for about 5 minutes. Add vegetable broth, sea salt, and chili powder; simmer for another 5 minutes.
  4. Toss the drained spaghetti into the skillet with the sautéed mixture, adding reserved pasta water gradually to reach desired consistency.
  5. Remove from heat and mix in sour cream and shredded cheeses until melted and creamy. Garnish with cilantro and extra chili powder before serving.
  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: Southwestern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
  • Calories: 490
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 720mg
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 62g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 14g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg