One skillet chicken fajita pasta is a quick and easy meal that is perfect for busy weeknights. This dish is made with simple ingredients that you probably already have on hand, and it can be cooked in under 30 minutes. The chicken is seasoned with a flavorful fajita seasoning and cooked together with bell peppers and onions. The pasta is then added to the skillet and cooked until it is tender. Finally, the dish is topped with your favorite fajita toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, and salsa.
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SKILLET CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA
Provided by Mel
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Combine all of the fajita seasoning ingredients in a small bowl.
- In a pot or deep skillet, heat the oil over medium heat until rippling and hot. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels, season lightly with salt and pepper and add in a single layer to the pot. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of the fajita seasoning mixture and cook, stirring often, until no longer pink in the center, 3-4 minutes. Remove the chicken to a plate/dish and set aside.
- To the pot, add the peppers, onions, and 1 teaspoon of the fajita seasoning mixture. Add another teaspoon or so of oil if the pot is really dry so the veggies don't burn. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onions are translucent and the peppers are crisp-tender. Scrape the mixture onto the plate with the chicken.
- Return the pot to the heat and add the broth, milk and diced tomatoes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot. Stir in the pasta, 1 teaspoon salt, and the remaining fajita seasoning. Bring the mixture to a simmer, and cook, stirring occasionally to make sure the pasta isn't sticking, until the pasta is tender, 12-15 minutes (depending on the brand/type/shape of pasta). It's ok if there is a bit of liquid remaining, it will absorb as the pasta cools and sets up a bit.
- Stir in the chicken and veggies and heat through. Add the cheese and stir until creamy and combined. Squeeze half (or two halves) of a fresh lime over the pasta and stir (optional, but so very delicious). Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
- Serve with chopped fresh chives, lime wedges and sliced avocados, if desired. The pasta will thicken as it cools.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving, Calories 451 kcal, Carbohydrate 52 g, Protein 33 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Sodium 495 mg, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 8 g
ONE POT CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: oil, chicken breasts, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, onion, salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, milk, penne pasta, pepper jack cheese
Provided by Tasty
Categories Dinner
Time 52m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over high heat
- Add chicken and cook until no pink is visible, about 5-6 minutes, then take the chicken out.
- Add the bell peppers and onion, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 6 minutes.
- Add the chicken back to the pot with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder, stirring until evenly coated, about 30 seconds.
- Add the milk and the penne, stirring constantly to prevent any pasta from sticking.
- Cook for about 20 minutes until pasta is cooked and the milk has reduced to a thick sauce that coats the pasta.
- Add the cheese and mix until melted.
- Nutrition Calories: 1958 Fat: 41 grams Carbs: 305 grams Fiber: 16 grams Sugars: 50 grams Protein: 90 grams
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1265 calories, Carbohydrate 155 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 78 grams, Sugar 26 grams
CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA
Fajitas meet pasta in this one-skillet marriage. Creamy and packed with peppers and onions, the whole meal can be made in just 30 minutes! A tortilla chip topping adds some surprising (and welcome) crunch.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the broiler to high. Combine the chili powder, cumin and 1 tablespoon salt in a small bowl.
- Heat the oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and chili powder mixture and cook, tossing occasionally, until the chicken just starts to change color and the spices are toasted, about 2 minutes. Add the peppers and onions and cook until they just begin to release some of their juices, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add the pasta and 2 1/2 cups water to the skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it comes to a boil, continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce is thickened and reduced by about half, 14 to 16 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the cream cheese until melted. Sprinkle the pepper jack and crushed chips over the top. Transfer to the broiler and cook until the cheese is bubbly and starting to brown in spots, 2 to 3 minutes.
ONE-SKILLET CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA
You can have this quick, easy fajita pasta on the table in no time. We love the kicked-up Southwestern flavor, and I like being able to make the whole meal in my cast-iron skillet. I sometimes garnish it with crushed corn chips. -Joan Hallford, North Richland Hills, Texas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente., Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and 4-1/2 teaspoons fajita seasoning; cook and stir until no longer pink, 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and keep warm., Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet. Add onion, green pepper and remaining 4-1/2 teaspoons fajita seasoning. Cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from pan., In the same skillet, add broth, diced tomatoes, green chiles, cream and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Return macaroni, chicken and vegetables to skillet; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 448 calories, Fat 21g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 1304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 27g protein.
ONE-PAN CHICKEN FAJITA RECIPE BY TASTY
Here's what you need: green bell pepper, red bell pepper, onion, olive oil, salt, pepper, chicken breast, parchment paper, chilli powder, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, ground black pepper
Provided by Tiffany Lo
Categories Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Place bell peppers and onions into mixing bowl and thoroughly coat with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Tear off a sheet of parchment paper, large enough to fold into a packet.
- Place bell peppers and chicken breast on top of parchment paper. Season with the fajita seasoning.
- Fold the edges of the parchment paper widthwise 2-3 times then twist the ends until fully closed.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 135 calories, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 12 grams, Sugar 0 grams
SKILLET CHICKEN FAJITAS
Fresh flavor with a flair describes this quick and easy recipe. Fajitas are just right for hot summer evenings when you want to serve something fun and tasty, yet keep cooking to a minimum. Try topping them with sour cream, guacamole or both. -Lindsay St. John, Plainfield, Indiana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Mix first 5 ingredients and 1 tablespoon oil. Add chicken; toss to coat. Let stand 15 minutes., In a large nonstick skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat; saute onion and peppers until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes. Remove from pan., In same skillet, saute chicken mixture until no longer pink, 3-4 minutes. Stir in salsa and pepper mixture; heat through. Serve in tortillas. Sprinkle with cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 621 calories, Fat 24g fat (8g saturated fat), Cholesterol 91mg cholesterol, Sodium 999mg sodium, Carbohydrate 61g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 38g protein.
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients prepped and measured out. This will help you stay organized and make the cooking process go smoothly.
- Use a large skillet: A large skillet will give you plenty of room to cook the chicken and vegetables without overcrowding them. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from steaming.
- Cook the chicken in batches: If you're using a large skillet, you may need to cook the chicken in batches. This will help prevent the chicken from overcrowding and ensure that it cooks evenly.
- Don't overcrowd the skillet: When you're cooking the vegetables, don't overcrowd the skillet. This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from steaming.
- Use a flavorful fajita seasoning: A flavorful fajita seasoning will add a lot of flavor to the chicken and vegetables. You can use a store-bought fajita seasoning or make your own.
- Don't overcook the pasta: Be careful not to overcook the pasta. It should be cooked al dente, or slightly firm to the bite.
- Add the pasta to the skillet: Once the chicken and vegetables are cooked, add the pasta to the skillet. Stir to combine.
- Serve immediately: Serve the chicken fajita pasta immediately, while it's hot and fresh.
Conclusion:
This one-skillet chicken fajita pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that's packed with flavor. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken, and it's also a great meal for meal prep. Simply cook the chicken and vegetables ahead of time, and then assemble the pasta when you're ready to eat. This dish is sure to be a hit with the whole family!
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