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One Pot Ground Chicken Fajita Pasta

One Pot Ground Chicken Fajita Pasta: A Tex-Mex Delight!

One Pot Ground Chicken Fajita Pasta is a quick, flavorful weeknight meal with Tex-Mex inspiration, perfect for families and gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Filling
  • 1 lb Ground Lean Chicken Substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Red onion works as an alternative.
  • 1 medium Red Bell Pepper Can substitute with green bell pepper.
  • 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper Can omit if unavailable.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best; 1/8 tsp garlic powder is an alternative.
For the Spices
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Adjust amount to your heat tolerance.
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can replace.
  • 1 tsp Cumin Omit if not available.
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt Sea salt or table salt can be used.
  • 1/2 tsp Black Pepper
For the Sauce
  • 15 oz Tomato Sauce Enchilada sauce can be a unique alternative.
  • 1 cup Chicken Stock Vegetable stock is a vegetarian substitute.
For the Pasta and Creaminess
  • 8 oz Dried Pasta Any short pasta or gluten-free option works.
  • 1/2 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt can be a swap; avoid non-fat.
For the Topping
  • 1/4 cup Minced Cilantro Skip if not a fan.
  • 1 cup Shredded Mexican Blend Cheese Cheddar or Monterey Jack are good substitutes.

Equipment

  • Large High-Sided Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add ground chicken, onion, red and yellow bell peppers, and garlic. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is browned and the vegetables are softened.
  3. Stir in chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper. Cook for another minute to toast the spices.
  4. Pour in tomato sauce and chicken stock, then add dried pasta. Stir thoroughly and bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for about 10 minutes.
  5. Check pasta doneness; if too thick, add more chicken stock until creamy.
  6. Reduce heat to low and stir in sour cream and cilantro until well combined.
  7. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the pasta and let it melt for 2-3 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat, serve hot, and garnish with additional cilantro if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Chop vegetables and measure spices ahead of time for smoother cooking. Ensure to use a deep skillet to prevent spills. If pasta is too firm, adjust with chicken stock during cooking.

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