Chicken Fajita Pasta
A delightful fusion of classic fajitas and pasta that comes together in under 30 minutes, perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 1 lb seasoned chicken, diced
- 2 tbsp fajita seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions. Once cooked, drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add diced onions and bell peppers to the skillet and sauté for 3-4 minutes until tender.
- Incorporate seasoned chicken into the skillet, cooking until no longer pink in the center.
- Stir in diced tomatoes and fajita seasoning, ensuring everything is well mixed.
- Gently combine the cooked pasta with the chicken and vegetable mixture, stirring until evenly coated.
- Serve warm, adding cheese on top if desired.
Notes
Consider garnishing with fresh cilantro or sour cream. This dish pairs well with side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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