Spicy Chicken Pasta with Peppers & Onions

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Inspired by the flavors of fajitas, this healthy chicken pasta is packed with color and spice. We use a mix of chili powder, cumin and chipotle powder to add heat and flavor.

Carolyn Casner

Updated on April 19, 2024

Tested by

EatingWell Test Kitchen

Reviewed by Dietitian

Jessica Ball, M.S., RD

Spicy Chicken Pasta with Peppers & Onions — Photo: Kelsey Hansen

Active Time:

20 mins

Total Time:

40 mins

Servings:

Nutrition Profile:

Nut-Free Healthy Pregnancy Soy-Free High-Protein Egg-Free

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Ingredients

1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
½ teaspoon ground chipotle
¾ teaspoon salt, divided
1 medium red bell pepper, thinly sliced then halved crosswise
1 medium yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced then halved crosswise
1 medium onion, halved and sliced
8 ounces whole-wheat penne
2 tablespoons lime juice
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
Pico de gallo and/or sour cream for serving

Directions

Preheat oven to 400°F. Coat a large rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.
Slice chicken crosswise into strips. Combine 2 tablespoons oil, chili powder, cumin, chipotle and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Add the chicken and stir to coat with the spice mixture. Add bell peppers and onion; stir to combine. Spread the chicken and vegetables in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast on the middle rack for 15 minutes. Leave the pan there and turn the broiler to high. Broil until the chicken is cooked through and the vegetables are browning in spots, about 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring a large saucepan of water to a boil. Add penne and cook according to package directions; drain. Combine the remaining 2 tablespoons oil, lime juice and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in the saucepan. Add the chicken mixture and the pasta; stir to coat. Sprinkle with cilantro and stir again to combine. Serve with pico de gallo and sour cream, if desired.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, September 2021

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

500	Calories
21g	Fat
51g	Carbs
32g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size about 2 cups
Calories 500
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 51g	19%
Dietary Fiber 8g	29%
Total Sugars 5g
Protein 32g	64%
Total Fat 21g	27%
Saturated Fat 3g	15%
Cholesterol 107mg	36%
Vitamin A 1728IU	35%
Sodium 621mg	27%
Potassium 776mg	17%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

Spicy Chicken Pasta with Peppers & Onions

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