Wagon Wheel 'N Chicken Skillet Recipe

Name: Wagon Wheel 'N Chicken Skillet
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 cups uncooked dried wagon wheel pasta; 3 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter; 1 medium (1 1/2 cups) zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch; 1 small (1/2 cup) red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 small (1/2 cup) onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic; 3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3x1/2-inch strips; 1 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix; 3/4 cup milk; 6 ounces (1 1/2 cups ) Cheddar cheese, cubed 1/2-inch; Sour cream, if desired

Servings: persons

1 1/4 cups uncooked dried wagon wheel pasta
3 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter
1 medium (1 1/2 cups) zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch
1 small (1/2 cup) red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 small (1/2 cup) onion, chopped
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh garlic
3/4 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3x1/2-inch strips
1 1/2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
3/4 cup milk
6 ounces (1 1/2 cups ) Cheddar cheese, cubed 1/2-inch
Sour cream, if desired

1
Cook pasta according to package directions.
2
Drain.
3
Keep warm.
4
Melt butter in 10-inch skillet until sizzling; stir in zucchini, red pepper, onion and garlic.
5
Cook over medium-high heat 2-3 minutes or until onion is softened.
6
Remove zucchini mixture from skillet with slotted spoon; set aside.
7
Reserve butter in skillet.
8
Toss chicken strips with taco seasoning in bowl.
9
Add chicken to same skillet.
10
Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, 5-7 minutes or until chicken is lightly browned and no longer pink.
11
Add zucchini mixture and milk to chicken.
12
Reduce heat to medium.
13
Cook 2-3 minutes or until heated through.
14
Remove from heat.
15
Add cooked pasta and cheese.
16
Serve immediately with sour cream, if desired.

709

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 cups uncooked dried wagon wheel pasta, 3 tablespoons Land O Lakes Butter, 1 medium (1 1/2 cups) zucchini, sliced 1/4-inch, 1 small (1/2 cup) red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch pieces, and more.

Yes, Wagon Wheel 'N Chicken Skillet falls under the Meat & Poultry 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!

Wagon Wheel 'N Chicken Skillet

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Variations & substitutions

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