Chicken Pasta Stir-Fry Recipe

Name: Chicken Pasta Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. wheel-shaped or shell pasta (uncooked); 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil; 2 whole chicken breasts, skinned, boned and cut into 1/2-inch cubes; 2 small green peppers, seeded and cut into strips; 1 medium onion, sliced; 1/2 tsp. ground cumin; 1/2 tsp. cayenne; 1 (8 oz.) can whole kernel corn, drained; 3/4 tsp. salt; 2 cans (10 oz. each) tomatoes with chilies *; 2 Tbsp. cornstarch; 1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

Servings: persons

1 1/2 c. wheel-shaped or shell pasta (uncooked)
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
2 whole chicken breasts, skinned, boned and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 small green peppers, seeded and cut into strips
1 medium onion, sliced
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. cayenne
1 (8 oz.) can whole kernel corn, drained
3/4 tsp. salt
2 cans (10 oz. each) tomatoes with chilies *
2 Tbsp. cornstarch
1 c. shredded Cheddar cheese

1
Cook pasta according to package directions; drain.
2
Heat oil in wok or large skillet over high flame.
3
Add chicken; stir-fry until pieces turn white.
4
Add green peppers, onion, cumin and cayenne. Stir-fry for 3 minutes.
5
Add additional oil, if necessary.
6
Stir in drained pasta, corn and salt.
7
Cover; cook 2 minutes.
8
Drain tomatoes with chilies, reserving liquid.
9
Add tomatoes with chilies to cooked mixture.
10
Mix cornstarch with half of the reserved liquid.
11
Add to wok; bring to boil, stirring constantly.
12
Reduce heat; sprinkle cheese on top.
13
Cover; heat 2 minutes or until cheese melts.

830

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 c. wheel-shaped or shell pasta (uncooked), 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil, 2 whole chicken breasts, skinned, boned and cut into 1/2-inch cubes, 2 small green peppers, seeded and cut into strips, and more.

Yes, Chicken Pasta Stir-Fry falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Pasta Stir-Fry

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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