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Chicken Fajita Pasta (One Pot)
Pasta, chicken, fajita seasoning, bell peppers & green chiles are getting ultra-spicy and cozy in this 30-minute Chicken Fajita Pasta!
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 566 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 3 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (~1 1/2 lb.)
- 2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 1/2 white onion, finely diced ( ~1 cup)
- 3 bell peppers, multicolor, seeded and diced
- 1 pkg. fajita seasoning (1.12 oz)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (10 oz.) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (4 oz.) chopped green chiles (mild or hot)
- 3 cups whole milk
- 2 cups chicken broth (or vegetable broth)
- 16 oz. penne pasta, uncooked (4 cups)
- 1 heaping cup sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (or pepper jack)
- Garnish ideas: shredded cheese, diced avocado, parsley, sour cream, jalapeños, red pepper chili flakes, guacamole, pico de gallo, cilantro, salsa, lime wedges, green onions
Instructions
- Cut the chicken into bite sized pieces, or sliced into strips.
- Heat 1 Tbsp. oil over medium heat in a large heavy pot. Add the chicken, season with salt and pepper and cook until no longer pink. Remove chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Add the remaining olive oil to pan. Add onions and bell peppers and cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the chicken back in, along with the fajita seasoning and garlic. Stir to combine until fragrant, ~1 minute.
- Pour in the diced tomatoes, green chiles, milk, broth and penne pasta. Stir well. Bring to a boil.
- Turn down to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally so pasta doesn't stick, until pasta is cooked, about 15-20 minutes. It might look liquid-y, but the noodles will absorb the liquid and thicken when cheese is added.
- Once pasta is cooked, add the shredded cheese and stir. Serve with your favorite garnishes (green onions, jalapeños, salsa, guacamole, lime wedge, etc.).
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Notes
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- To reheat, heat on the stove in a pot until warm. You may need to add a little broth or milk to make it creamy again.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
566kcal
(28%)
Carbohydrates
68g
(23%)
Protein
40g
(80%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
6g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
85mg
(28%)
Sodium
548mg
(23%)
Potassium
964mg
(28%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
11g
(22%)
Vitamin A
2113IU
(42%)
Vitamin C
79mg
(88%)
Calcium
174mg
(17%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 566
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 566kcal | 28% |
| Carbohydrates | 68g | 23% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 85mg | 28% |
| Sodium | 548mg | 23% |
| Potassium | 964mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
| Vitamin A | 2113IU | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 79mg | 88% |
| Calcium | 174mg | 17% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.