Chicken Fajita Pasta

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5 from 1 vote

Chicken Fajita Pasta has everything you love about fajitas in a quick and easy 30-minute meal! Seasoned chicken is sautéed with bell peppers and onion, then tossed with tomatoes and pasta. It all comes together for the most flavorful dish that you are going to love!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: tex mex

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Fat

Servings: servings

Author: Rena

Ingredients

0.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes
1 tbsp fajita seasoning
Kosher salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp olive oil divided
1 lime
1 red onion diced
2 bell peppers chopped
8 oz vine tomatoes chopped
8 oz short pasta of choice
Optional to serve: lime wedges, jalapeno, chopped fresh cilantro

Instructions

Chop the chicken into 1/2-inch-sized pieces and place in a bowl. Sprinkle with the fajita seasoning, salt, pepper, 1 tablespoon of oil, and lime juice. Mix well to combine and allow it to sit for 10 minutes while you cook the pasta.
Bring a large pot of salted water to the boil and cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Preheat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the pieces of chicken in a single layer and cook until no longer pink.
Stir in the chopped veggies and continue to cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through and the veggies are soft.
Stir in the cooked pasta and chopped fresh tomatoes and remove from heat.
Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve with lemon wedges and any other toppings, if desired.

Notes

Storing leftovers: Transfer any leftover chicken fajita pasta to an airtight container and store in the fridge for 3-4 days.
To reheat: You can rewarm leftovers in the microwave, or you can use the stove. To use the stovetop, add the leftovers to a skillet over medium heat with a splash of chicken broth or water. Cook, tossing often, until heated through.
Freezing: While you can freeze this meal for later, anything made with pasta is best enjoyed fresh. It will not have the best texture after being frozen and thawed.

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