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Why recepie famous for?
This quick, easy fajita pasta on the table in no time. We love the kicked-up southwestern flavor, and I like being able to make the whole meal in my cast-iron skillet. I sometimes garnish it with crushed corn chips
Ingredients
3 cups uncooked elbow macaroni1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
1 envelope fajita seasoning mix, divided
1 large onion, chopped
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 large green pepper, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes and green chiles, drained
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, drained
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
Instructions
Cook macaroni according to package directions for al dente.Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet oven over medium-high heat. Add chicken and 4-1/2 teaspoons fajita seasoning; cook and stir until no longer pink,5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and keep warm.
Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in skillet. Add onion, green pepper and remaining 4-1/2 teaspoons fajita seasoning. Cook and stir until crisp-tender, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from pan.
In the same skillet, add broth, diced tomatoes, green chiles, cream and salt. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Return macaroni, chicken and vegetables to skillet; heat through. Sprinkle with cheese.
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