# What You'll 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, or to taste
12 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Optional Garnishes
13 - 1/4 cup cotija or feta cheese, crumbled
14 - Extra chopped cilantro
15 - Lime wedges
# Steps:
01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook rotini pasta 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 to a large mixing bowl. Add shredded chicken and pour the cilantro-lime sauce over top. Toss thoroughly until pasta and chicken are evenly coated with the vibrant green sauce.
04 - Taste the dish and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed. Serve immediately while warm, topped with crumbled cotija or feta cheese, extra chopped cilantro, and fresh lime wedges.
