# What You Need:
→ Pasta and Chicken
01 - 12 oz rotini pasta
02 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken breast
→ Cilantro-Lime Yogurt Sauce
03 - 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
04 - 1/3 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
05 - 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
06 - 1 tsp lime zest
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
10 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
11 - 1/2 tsp salt
12 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Optional Garnishes
13 - 1/4 cup cotija or feta cheese, crumbled
14 - Extra chopped cilantro
15 - Lime wedges
# Directions:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Add rotini pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain thoroughly in a colander and set aside.
02 - While pasta cooks, combine Greek yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, lime zest, garlic, olive oil, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper in a blender or food processor. Blend until completely smooth and vibrant green.
03 - Transfer cooked rotini and shredded chicken to a large mixing bowl. Pour the cilantro-lime yogurt sauce over the top and toss thoroughly until every piece is evenly coated.
04 - Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately, topped with crumbled cotija or feta cheese, extra chopped cilantro, and fresh lime wedges.
