Chicken Fajita Pasta
This Chicken Fajita Pasta is a great alternative to using wraps – and a proper tasty, slimming friendly meal for the whole family!
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories494
- Carbs79g
- Protein30g
- Fat3.8g
- Saturates0.6g
- Sugars6g
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Nothing beats pasta on the comfort food front, and when coupled with a few spices and some tasty chicken and peppers, you’ve got the perfect dinner. We LOVE Mexican flavours, and this Chicken Fajita Pasta is a great way to turn a traditional Fajita dish into a family size, freezer-friendly dinner. It’s also a great way to use up leftovers if you’ve had Fajitas the night before but you’ve ran out of wraps – turn the leftovers into lunch in a pinch!
This dish is nicely finished off with a splodge of fat free yogurt and a sprinkle of chilli. You could also top with some fresh herbs – coriander or chives would work really well; or if you’re feeling really fancy you can try guacamole but watch out for the extra calories!
What diets is this Chicken Fajita Pasta suitable for?
This recipe could be made gluten free by switching the pasta for a gluten free variety.
You could also enjoy this dish if you’re dairy free, just leave out the dollop of natural yogurt we suggested for serving.
Please make sure to double or triple check all of your ingredients if you’re cooking for people with allergies.
Vegetarians could switch the chicken breast for a substitute like Quorn, or leave it out all together.
Do you need anything special to make Chicken Fajita Pasta?
You’ll probably already have most of the ingredients in your cupboard already. So not really, no!
We like to mix our spices up in a pestle and mortar, a great addition to your kitchen if you don’t already have one.
It’s not a necessity though – you can always grind up the spices in a food processor or bash them up in a sandwich bag with the end of a rolling pin!
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A good quality non-stick frying pan is a great investment for your kitchen, and ideal for frying onions and peppers in many of our recipes!
How many calories is this Chicken Fajita Pasta?
Each portion of this Chicken Fajita Pasta is only 494 calories! This means it falls into our Weekly Indulgence recipe category. You can find all of our other Weekly Indulgence recipes here.
This dish is great for anyone, including those counting calories or following diet plans like Weight Watchers and similar.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight then you might want to adjust these slightly! You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Cook the pasta as per the instructions on the packet. In a pestle and mortar, mix the cumin, coriander, chilli flakes, garlic salt and chilli powder until thoroughly combined.
Step 2
Spray a pan with low calorie cooking spray and cook the sliced chicken for 5 minutes. Add the spice mix and tomato puree and cook for 3 minutes.
Step 3
Add the sliced peppers and onions, along with 200ml of water and mix well. Leave to cook for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the peppers and onions have just started to soften.
Step 4
Drain the pasta and combine with the chicken fajita mix. Serve with an optional dollop of fat free yoghurt, or a topping of choice!
What should you should serve with Chicken Fajita Pasta?
This pasta dish is a full meal in itself. If you do fancy serving it with something, why not try one of the options below?
Whatever accompaniment you choose, don’t forget to account for the extra calories and/or other nutritional values.
How do you know when this Chicken Fajita Pasta is cooked?
The meat will be white all the way through and the pasta and vegetables will be soft but not soggy.
This dish takes around 20 minutes over a medium heat on the hob.
Standard advice here in the UK is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and stayed at that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep your family safe.
How long can you keep Chicken Fajita Pasta in the fridge?
Once you’ve put it out, ideally you should eat it within 4 hours.
If you allow any left overs to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid and chill. You can keep leftovers of Chicken Fajita Pasta in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.
Can I freeze Chicken Fajita Pasta?
Yes you can! This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following;
- Freeze it as soon as it is cold enough.
- Use a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
Don’t forget to add a label with what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer!
How do I reheat Chicken Fajita Pasta?
From chilled: Place in a microwave proof container with loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes until piping hot.
From frozen: Allow to defrost, and heat covered in the microwave for 3-5 minutes then stir. Cook for a further 5-7 minutes until piping hot.
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Chicken Fajita Pasta
This Chicken Fajita Pasta is a great alternative to using wraps – and a proper tasty, slimming friendly meal for the whole family!
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Prep Time
10 MINS
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Cook Time
20 MINS
- KCals 494
- Carbs 79G
Instructions
- Cook the pasta as per the instructions on the packet. In a pestle and mortar, mix the cumin, coriander, chilli flakes, garlic salt and chilli powder until thoroughly combined.
- Spray a pan with low calorie cooking spray and cook the sliced chicken for 5 minutes. Add the spice mix and tomato puree and cook for 3 minutes.
- Add the sliced peppers and onions, along with 200ml of water and mix well. Leave to cook for 10 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the peppers and onions have just started to soften.
- Drain the pasta and combine with the chicken fajita mix. Serve with a dollop of fat free yoghurt, or a different topping of your choice!
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LouMonday 22nd March 2021
Hi I follow a low carb diet, I love this recipe and I swap pasta for a lover carb alternative, usually either a chickpea fusilli or a pea fusilli and it tastes just as nice. A benefit to lower carb pasta is a further reduction in calories!! I Just wanted to share really that low carb pasta especially chickpea fusilli do not take away from the tastiness of this dish, it still works!
HollyMonday 22nd March 2021
Hey Lou, thanks so much for your message and your low carb pasta tips!
HWednesday 5th August 2020
My weight watchers app says this recipe is only 7 points per serving on green… have they changed it?
LisaThursday 6th August 2020
Hi, we’ve not changed the recipe. I’ve double checked the points and they are 11 on green and 10 on blue and purple. We have included the optional yogurt topping in our calculation. Make sure you put dried pasta into the app and not cooked as this will give you incorrect points. Hope this helps.
SuMonday 24th February 2020
Yummy!!! A firm favourite with the whole family
LisaWednesday 6th May 2020
Thank you, Su. So glad you all enjoy it!
NoreenSaturday 1st February 2020
Made this dish tonight. Used passata instead of purée. Everything else the same but I fried the onions and peppers before adding to the rest. It was delicious. Will be making again.
Holly LevellTuesday 12th May 2020
Hi Noreen, thanks for your suggestions and I’m glad you enjoyed this recipe!
JoanneWednesday 8th January 2020
We all really enjoyed this! Lovely meal, thank you!
Holly LevellFriday 15th May 2020
Hi Joanne, so glad you enjoyed the Chicken Fajita Pasta!
Kerry-louiseSaturday 28th December 2019
What is this type of pasta ? I have been looking for it everywhere!!
Sharon FitzpatrickWednesday 6th May 2020
Hi Kerry-Louise, thanks for your question. The pasta in this recipe is called fusilli, but you can use other pasta shapes of a similar size such as penne, farfalle or conchiglie.
Katy GreenSaturday 7th September 2019
Hey!
Can you replace the chicken in this dish with tofu?
If so, how! What steps do I need to take to ensure I get the same great taste?
Many thanks,
Katy
Emma TThursday 19th September 2019
Hi Katy,
I’m not a tofu expert but I would suggest using a firm tofu which you could gently stir through the sauce and heat through carefully, before adding the pasta!
Hope that helps!
JanetteFriday 5th July 2019
Is it a tbsp or tsp of coriander
HollyWednesday 6th May 2020
Hi Janette, it’s 1 tbsp of coriander for this recipe
VickiTuesday 19th February 2019
Can this be frozen please?
BethThursday 17th January 2019
I have made this twice and found it quite dry. Could you add a tin of chopped tomatoes to the sauce?
IzzySaturday 5th January 2019
Hi! I did like this, but was very thankful that I still had my HEA cheese to use because there just wasn’t much flavour to it. I did follow the recipe to the letter. I am thinking next time I make, I will use 200ml of stock rather than water – has anyone else tried this?
Roberta WixonMonday 12th November 2018
Think there is a little typo on the measurement for coriander. Is it tspn or tbspn please?
HazelFriday 26th October 2018
Can you clarify the measurements of the spices please. Is it teaspoons or tablespoons?
julesThursday 18th October 2018
Hi, Just wondering what other alternatives to put in this? Can’t eat peppers at all.
Thanks in advance 🙂
NicoleThursday 4th October 2018
I made this recipe and tweeted it into a bake, so good!! Definitely one I will use again.x
AliaTuesday 18th September 2018
Hi
Could I make this with quorn instead as I am a vegetarian and like the recipe? If so how would I change the chicken fajita mix? If you could please let me know I would appreciate it as I am looking to try this.
AliaThursday 20th September 2018
Thank you, will try it and let you know how I get on x
SamSaturday 25th August 2018
Could this recipe be frozen?
MLJTuesday 21st August 2018
Hi,
Could I use quark as a topping? ( I don’t have any natural yougurt)
Thanks
Ailsa MackieMonday 20th August 2018
Hi, when you put the water in with the chicken and the peppers what is that for?
TerriSunday 12th August 2018
Made a huge pan of this for family coming around last night ….went down a storm! Only downside was I had hoped there would be leftovers for lunch today …. no chance! :o) They loved it, not a morsel left! Thankyou! :o)
EmmaThursday 2nd August 2018
I am guessing this would work with any pasta?
DeborahWednesday 25th July 2018
This was a great recipe – I had it with rice instead of pasta – yummy!
KarenMonday 2nd April 2018
Made this tonight fir the first time using ground spices. Tasted good but think the flavours could have been stronger do woyld recommend adding a little more if using ground d instead of whole spices. I have some leftover do will see if the flavour improves tomorrow lunchtime . Otherwise love it, fast and easy!
Gemma BrooksTuesday 13th March 2018
I wasn’t sure about fajita style chicken with pasta but now I’m addicted!! So worth a try!
Pauline RaeMonday 12th March 2018
Just made the fajita pasta was amazing my son had some to said it was brilliant????
CarolineThursday 1st February 2018
So quick and simple….loved it. Defintely will make it again. Thank you ????
GraceMonday 22nd January 2018
Hi there – I want to make this dish tonight. Could I use the schwartz fajita spice instead of the other spices mentioned above ? I could still do the water and tomato purée to make it moist.
sandra deaneTuesday 9th January 2018
Used this for the first time – fabulous! Even hubby wants to eat it again! ????
SazzySunday 7th January 2018
Can this be frozen?
KathleenMonday 9th October 2017
If I use ground spices, how much should I use?
Thanks x
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