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Likes this but a bit too rich for us. made it again with only one jar of Alfredo sauce and added one jar of medium hot salsa. Perfect heat and still plenty of creamy, rich sauce. <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2025-04-19","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"cynandtom"},"reviewBody":"
Love this dish, and the creative Mexican twist to Alfredo! Super creamy and flavorful, the only change I made was adding a bit of cayenne to give it a kick. We made one and froze two for the two of us; and it was just as good out of the freezer! <\/p>","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-08-20","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueCloud"},"reviewBody":"Very tasty! Next time I would increase the taco seasoning for more spice. A really nice twist on regular chicken alfredo!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-09-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveFlame"},"reviewBody":"Fast and Easy.... enjoyed this casserole. Gave 4 stars because we thought it needs a little more flavor... so I now add green peppers with the onion and some garlic powder. It was very good, and we will use it again!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-07-05","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBone"},"reviewBody":"I added diced green chilies and grilled fresh corn cob corn. It was excellent","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-10-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanBlowdryer"},"reviewBody":"Loved it. Made half of recipe and used 1\/2 pkg of taco seasoning as suggested by others.will make again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-03-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BluePlanet"},"reviewBody":"Love this","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-03-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"BlueBucket"},"reviewBody":"Per other reviews, I didn't use as much onion and added a full packet of taco seasoning, but this was really good! It had lots of flavor and just the right amount of spice.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-08-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedDucky"},"reviewBody":"Oh my goodness this is so delish! The first time I made it as written, except I made my own alfredo. The second time I added a little more salsa and taco seasoning. SO GOOD!!! Couldn't find gemelli, but had cavatappi on hand. It soaked up too much sauce for me, the next time I used mini bow ties. It was easier to eat for my 1 and 3 year old.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-05-04","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedElephant"},"reviewBody":"I cut this recipe in half, then of that only made half of it for my husband and I and froze the other half (so a 1\/4 each of the original recipe). This was really easy to make and it was VERY yummy. I used taco seasoning with 25% less sodium, and increased the amount from 1 tsp to 1.5 tsp. I also added in some chopped sweet red pepper. We really liked this recipe, I will definitely make this again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2017-06-21","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangePuzzle"},"reviewBody":"We loved it. Super easy to make.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2016-03-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeTree"},"reviewBody":"Delicious... I made it once as is with chicken and it was great, but the second time around I substituted turkey kielbasa for the chicken and it made the dish even better! The key is using a salsa that you really like.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-12-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeSeahorse"},"reviewBody":"When I first came across this recipe, I thought that the fusion of chicken Alfredo and Mexican was a bit strange, but it looked so good! I loved how it was creamy, but still had some kick to it. I added green chilies and loved them in there. Now my apartment smells like my dinner!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangePretzel"},"reviewBody":"We really liked this dish! I have a friend who thinks everything is hot including salsa so we put sour cream on top and she even thought it was delicious! I was out of milk so I used buttermilk.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-02-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenBee"},"reviewBody":"Very tasty although I didn't use all the onion and added a little more grated Parmesan. Mild enough for those like myself who enjoy the spicy flavor without the burn. Would probably be good with shredded chicken, green onion, and maybe some mozzarella and sour cream.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-12-13","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenFan"},"reviewBody":"It's a fine recipe. My family just didn't love it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":3,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-01-26","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"RedCactus"},"reviewBody":"This was fabulous! I love that I ususally have all of this in the pantry at all times. This is a quick, great tasting meal.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-08-12","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OliveElephant"},"reviewBody":"I would give it 4-1\/2 if I could. This was a very tasty dish. My family enjoyed it. It's VERY filling, and it made great leftovers for the next day's lunch.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-04-02","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"GreenChefHat"},"reviewBody":"Made this for my very picky mother(haha) and she loved it! Everyone in my family did. Actually making dinner for my mother again for her birthday and she asked me to make this again. Very easy to make and delicious!!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-04-10","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"CyanTurtle"},"reviewBody":"First recipe in a long time that made the entire family happy - even picky teenagers. We make this by demand atleast once a month. The only change I make is, I add cheese on top as well and bake last 5 minutes or so without foil to seal the top of the dish. We also do not split the recipe. This is enough for a huge Pyrex dish and it is gone by the next day. Very tasty!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-07-11","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"szahradnik"},"reviewBody":"My family enjoyed this. My sons went back for seconds. I doubled the taco seasoning as we like things spicy. I will make this again.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-07-17","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"PurpleScissors"},"reviewBody":"I love getting recipes like this - they are easy, the kids will eat them and they taste great!I also added extra taco seasoning and left the additional milk out because I didn't think it needed it.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2012-07-22","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"OrangeApple"},"reviewBody":"In order to make it a little healthier I made my own Alfredo sauce, the sauce in the jars is so awful for you. It was amazing. 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