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One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta

One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta: A Family-Friendly Fiesta

A savory One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta that combines tender chicken, vibrant bell peppers, and creamy sauce for a perfect weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 600
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado oil
  • 2 tablespoons Fajita Seasoning Can substitute with taco seasoning
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is ideal
  • 3 cups Reduced-Sodium Chicken Stock Vegetable stock can be used for vegetarian version
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half or coconut cream
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes Drain before adding
For the Pasta
  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts Can substitute with chicken thighs
  • 8 ounces Dried Bowtie Pasta Can substitute with penne or fusilli
For the Vegetables
  • 1 Yellow Onion Can substitute with shallots
  • 1-2 cups Bell Peppers (Yellow, Green, Red) Any mix of bell peppers works
For Seasoning
  • to taste Kosher Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Equipment

  • large pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pot, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Add 1 pound of diced boneless skinless chicken breasts and sauté for 5–7 minutes until browned.
  3. Incorporate 1 diced yellow onion and 1-2 cups of mixed bell peppers and sauté for 3–5 minutes.
  4. Stir in 2 cloves of minced garlic and 2 tablespoons of fajita seasoning, cooking for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in 3 cups of reduced-sodium chicken stock, 1 cup of heavy cream, and 1 can of diced tomatoes; stir well.
  6. Introduce 8 ounces of dried bowtie pasta and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low and cover, simmering for 12-15 minutes.
  7. Remove from heat, season with kosher salt and black pepper, stir thoroughly and let rest for 5 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 36gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 700mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 5gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure chicken is cut uniformly for even cooking. For extra creaminess, add cream cheese with the heavy cream. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Leftovers should be stored in an airtight container.

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