Spicy Skillet Saute Recipe

Name: Spicy Skillet Saute
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts; 9 ounces frozen asparagus cuts; 1 cup Velveeta cheese; 3 cups whole wheat penne; 12 large yellow onion; 3 garlic cloves; ⅛ cup Tony Chachere's Seasoning; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 4 -6 cups water; salt

Servings: persons

1
Preheat skillet on medium heat.
2
Start water in pot for pasta.
3
Cut chicken breasts in bite size pieces, sprinkle thoroughly with Tony's seasoning.
4
Slice onion in thin 1/2 rings, then cut across two or three more times.
5
Add olive oil when skillet is hot.
6
Finely dice garlic cloves.
7
Add chicken, onion and garlic to skillet when oil is hot.
8
Salt boiling water and add pasta.
9
Keep stirring contents in skillet.
10
Put asparagus tips (per instructions) in microwave for 4 minutes, redistribute in their bag after 2 minutes.
11
Cut Velveeta in small squares.
12
Reduce heat to medium/low.
13
Add tips to skillet; stir.
14
Add Velveeta to skillet; stir.
15
Sprinkle with Tony's seasoning, stir.
16
Thoroughly drain pasta and add to skillet.
17
Sprinkle with Tony's, stir.
18
Serve when cheese is melted and thickens.

581

kcal

Calories

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, 9 ounces frozen asparagus cuts, 1 cup Velveeta cheese, 3 cups whole wheat penne, and more.

Yes, Spicy Skillet Saute 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!

Spicy Skillet Saute

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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