Description
One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta is a vibrant and satisfying dish that combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and pasta, all enveloped in a creamy fajita sauce. Ideal for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-pot wonder offers a burst of flavor with minimal cleanup. The rich blend of spices and fresh ingredients makes it a meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike. With its quick preparation time and customizable options, this easy recipe is sure to become a family favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced into 1-inch long strips
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced into 1-inch long strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced into 1-inch long strips
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups chicken stock (reduced-sodium)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 10 oz can diced tomatoes
- 8 oz dried bow tie pasta
- Kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)
- Lime wedges
- Sour cream
- Sliced green onions
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add chicken pieces seasoned with half the fajita seasoning. Cook until golden brown on both sides, then remove from the pan.
- In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil, onion, bell peppers, and seasoning. Sauté until softened.
- Stir in minced garlic for 30 seconds before removing vegetables from the pan.
- Pour in chicken stock, heavy cream, diced tomatoes, and pasta; season with salt and pepper.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10–15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Return chicken and vegetables to the pot; stir well to combine.
- Serve warm with lime wedges and optional garnishes like sour cream or cilantro.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg