# What's Needed:
→ 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 tablespoons fresh lime juice
06 - 1 teaspoon lime zest
07 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
10 - 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
12 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional Garnishes
13 - 1/4 cup crumbled cotija or feta cheese
14 - Extra chopped cilantro
15 - Lime wedges
# How To Make It:
01 - Cook rotini pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package directions. Drain 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 smooth and vibrant green.
03 - In a large bowl, toss the cooked rotini and shredded chicken with the cilantro-lime yogurt sauce until evenly coated.
04 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed for optimal flavor balance.
05 - Serve immediately, garnished with crumbled cheese, extra cilantro, and lime wedges if desired.
