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.
Can I just say I love skillet dinners! Not just love, but LOVE LOVE LOVE! They are easy, delicious, and allow me to have a complete dinner on the table in 30-minutes, which is exactly what I need after a 1-1/2 hour commute home.
Cheesy Chicken Skillet Pasta
Ingredients
- 2 cups shredded cooked chicken
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 bunch fresh asparagus, chopped
- 1 tablespoon oil
- 1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
- ½ cup chopped tomatoes
- ½ green bell pepper, chopped
- ¼ onion, chopped
- 3 ounces cream cheese, softened, and cut into small cubes
- ¼ 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 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.
