Cheesy Chicken Skillet Pasta

Cheesy Chicken Skillet Pasta is a creamy, cheesy 30-minute skillet dinner with shredded chicken, penne pasta, fresh asparagus, and chopped tomatoes, bell peppers and onions that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight supper.

Course Main Dishes, Pasta

Cuisine American

Keyword Cheesy Chicken Skillet Pasta, One Pot Chicken Pasta

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings

Calories 479kcal

Author Michele @ Flavor Mosaic

Ingredients

2 cups shredded cooked chicken
8 ounces penne pasta
1 bunch fresh asparagus chopped
1 tablespoon oil
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1/2 cup chopped tomatoes
1/2 green bell pepper chopped
1/4 onion chopped
3 ounces cream cheese softened, and cut into small cubes
1/4 cup milk
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican Blend Cheese

Instructions

Prepare pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Add the asparagus to a medium pot of boiling water, and cook for about 3 minutes. Drain and set aside.
While pasta is cooking, In a large cast iron skillet, over medium heat, add oil. When oil is hot, add the shredded chicken, Sprinkle with Cajun seasoning.
Add chopped onions and bell peppers, Stir in tomatoes.
Add cream cheese, and stir until melted. Pour in milk and stir until the sauce is creamy.
Stir in the asparagus and cooked pasta.
Sprinkle cheese on top and stir to combine and melt cheese.
Serve hot.

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