Ingredients:
2 tbsp oil
1 small onion, diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups cooked shredded chicken (optional)
1 cup salsa verde (store-bought or homemade)
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup small pasta (shells or elbow)
1 cup canned white beans, drained
1 small can diced green chilies
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp oregano
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh cilantro and lime for serving
Recipe:
Heat the oil in a saucepan. Add the onion and sauté until softened.
Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute.
Add the chicken, if using, and cook briefly.
Pour in the salsa verde and chicken broth, and stir until well combined. Add the small pasta and cook for about 10 minutes.
Add the white beans, canned green peppers, and seasonings: cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve with fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lemon.