One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta
One Pot Chicken Fajita Pasta is a vibrant and hearty dish that brings together tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and perfectly cooked pasta in a savory sauce. This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends, offering a delightful explosion of flavors without the hassle of extensive cleanup. Get ready to enjoy a fiesta in a bowl that will please the whole family!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately four people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (3–4 breasts)
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 8 oz short pasta (penne or rotini)
- 14.5 oz canned diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and slice the bell peppers and onion.
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Brown the chicken for about five minutes until golden; season with salt, pepper, chili powder, and cumin.
- Remove the chicken and sauté onions and bell peppers in the same pot for about five minutes until softened. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Return the chicken to the pot with diced tomatoes and chicken broth; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in uncooked pasta and cover the pot. Cook for about 10-12 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Stir well before serving hot. Garnish with fresh cilantro or lime juice if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (360g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg