One Pot Ground Chicken Fajita Pasta
If you’re in search of a satisfying meal that brings the family together, this One Pot Ground Chicken Fajita Pasta is your answer! Ready in just 30 minutes, this delightful dish combines the bold flavors of Tex-Mex with hearty pasta for a comforting experience that is perfect for busy weeknights or spontaneous gatherings. With minimal cleanup thanks to its one-pot preparation, you’ll spend less time washing dishes and more time enjoying delicious food with your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-pot cooking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Ground Lean Chicken (or Turkey/Beef)
- 8 ounces Dried Short Pasta
- 1 medium Yellow Onion
- 1 medium Red Bell Pepper
- 1 medium Yellow Bell Pepper
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Chili Powder
- 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
- 15 ounces Tomato Sauce
- 2 cups Chicken Stock (or Vegetable Stock)
- 1 cup Sour Cream (or Greek Yogurt)
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add chopped onions and bell peppers. Sauté until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add ground chicken and garlic; cook until browned.
- Stir in chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, pepper, tomato sauce, and chicken stock—mix well.
- Incorporate dried pasta and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until pasta is tender (around 10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and stir in sour cream until creamy.
- Top with shredded cheese and let it melt before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 85mg