Chicken Fajita Pasta Bake

Name: Chicken Fajita Pasta Bake
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Ingredients: 1 pound ziti pasta; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced; 1 pound boneless chicken breast, cubed; 1 (16 ounce) jar salsa; 2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened; 1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning; 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained; 1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

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I created this chicken fajita pasta recipe with ingredients I had in the pantry, and it turned into a family favorite!

Recipe by Sharon M

Updated on October 1, 2022

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

50 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 10 mins

Servings:

8

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Ingredients

1 pound ziti pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 medium onion, sliced
1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
1 pound boneless chicken breast, cubed
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Directions

Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Add ziti and return to a boil. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain.
Meanwhile, heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and green pepper; cook and stir until soft, 5 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a bowl.
Cook chicken in the same skillet until no longer pink in the center, 7 to 10 minutes.
Combine salsa, cream cheese, and taco seasoning in a saucepan over low heat; cook and stir until cream cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
Combine ziti, chicken, salsa mixture, onion mixture, black beans, and corn in a large bowl. Add 1/2 of the Cheddar cheese and mix until combined. Pour into a baking pan.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Sprinkle remaining Cheddar over top. Continue to bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

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Tips

Mexican cheese blend can be used instead of Cheddar if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

836	Calories
43g	Fat
71g	Carbs
43g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 836
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 43g	55%
Saturated Fat 25g	126%
Cholesterol 153mg	51%
Sodium 1501mg	65%
Total Carbohydrate 71g	26%
Dietary Fiber 8g	28%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 43g
Vitamin C 16mg	79%
Calcium 507mg	39%
Iron 5mg	28%
Potassium 792mg	17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.