Fajita Chicken Pasta

Health score
17%
Fajita Chicken Pasta
35 min.
10
302kcal

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Are you ready to treat your taste buds to a delightful fusion of flavors? Let me introduce you to the Fajita Chicken Pasta, a sensational dish that effortlessly combines the zest of classic fajitas with the comforting appeal of pasta. Perfect for a family dinner or a gathering with friends, this vibrant and hearty recipe serves up to 10 people, making it ideal for any occasion.

This dish boasts tender chicken pieces infused with savory fajita seasoning, cooked to perfection and paired with colorful bell peppers that add a delightful crunch. The creamy half-and-half sauce binds everything together, creating a rich, velvety texture that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Not to mention, the addition of grated Parmesan on top elevates the dish, bringing a salty, nutty flavor that beautifully complements the overall taste.

With a quick preparation time of just 35 minutes, this Fajita Chicken Pasta is not only delicious but also convenient, allowing you to enjoy more time with your loved ones rather than slaving away in the kitchen. Each serving is approximately 302 calories, making it a satisfying yet manageable choice for lunch or dinner. So, grab your apron and get ready to impress your friends and family with this scrumptiously unique dish that takes classic favorites to a whole new level!

Ingredients

  • 0.8 pound chicken tenderloins boneless skinless cut into 2-inch pieces
  • pound farfalle pasta 
  • 1.5 cups half and half 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • small and orange peppers red yellow seeded cut into 1/4-by-2-inch strips
  • 0.3 cup parmesan grated plus more for serving
  • 10 servings salt and pepper 
  • oz penzey's southwest seasoning 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • pot

Directions

  1. In a large pot of boiling, salted water, cook farfalle until al dente, about 10 minutes.
  2. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup cooking water, and return pasta to pot.
  3. In a large skillet, warm oil over medium heat. Rub seasoning on chicken.
  4. Add to skillet and cook 4 to 6 minutes, turning once, until cooked through.
  5. Remove to a plate; cover.
  6. Cook bell peppers in skillet, stirring, until just tender, 8 minutes.
  7. Add chicken, pour in half-and-half and stir to scrape up browned bits. Cook 3 minutes, stirring, until thickened. Stir in Parmesan and cook 30 seconds. Season with salt and pepper.
  8. Toss chicken mixture with pasta.
  9. Add some pasta water if mixture seems dry.
  10. Serve with Parmesan.

Nutrition Facts

Calories302kcal
Protein20.71%
Fat27.92%
Carbs51.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.6
Glycemic Load
13.95
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
15.155652225018%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.14mg
Quercetin
0.05mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:302.45kcal
15.12%
Fat:9.37g
14.42%
Saturated Fat:3.72g
23.28%
Carbohydrates:38.8g
12.93%
Net Carbohydrates:35.68g
12.97%
Sugar:3.78g
4.2%
Cholesterol:36.18mg
12.06%
Sodium:299.82mg
13.04%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:15.64g
31.28%
Selenium:41.43µg
59.18%
Vitamin C:29.22mg
35.41%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.44%
Vitamin B3:4.71mg
23.57%
Phosphorus:218.97mg
21.9%
Vitamin B6:0.43mg
21.69%
Vitamin K:21.03µg
20.02%
Vitamin A:901.54IU
18.03%
Calcium:126.64mg
12.66%
Fiber:3.12g
12.49%
Magnesium:47.94mg
11.98%
Iron:1.91mg
10.61%
Potassium:359.87mg
10.28%
Vitamin B2:0.17mg
10.22%
Vitamin E:1.48mg
9.88%
Vitamin B5:0.89mg
8.93%
Copper:0.17mg
8.31%
Zinc:1.18mg
7.86%
Folate:27.72µg
6.93%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.1%
Vitamin B12:0.17µg
2.78%
Source:My Recipes