Description
Indulge in a delightful fusion of flavors with this Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta recipe. Tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and creamy sauce come together to create a satisfying meal that’s perfect for any night of the week.
Ingredients
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For the Pasta:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 yellow onion, thinly sliced
- 2 teaspoons fajita seasoning
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheddar or Monterey Jack cheese
- 8 ounces penne or fettuccine pasta, cooked and drained
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta according to package directions, drain, and set aside.
- Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken, season with fajita seasoning, and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Vegetables: In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté the bell peppers and onions until tender and slightly charred, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
- Make the Sauce: Lower the heat to medium, stir in heavy cream and chicken broth, and bring to a gentle simmer. Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Combine Everything: Return the chicken to the pan and stir to coat in the sauce. Add cooked pasta and toss to combine everything evenly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
- Add crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- You can substitute the cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Great with grilled shrimp instead of chicken too.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1¼ cups
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
