Description

This one pot creamy chicken fajita pasta dinner combines tender chicken, colorful peppers, and a velvety sauce for a quick and satisfying weeknight meal. It delivers bold fajita flavors with minimal cleanup and maximum comfort.

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

1 green bell pepper, sliced

1 small onion, sliced

2 cups chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

3 oz cream cheese, cubed

12 oz penne pasta

1 tsp chili powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

1/2 tsp cumin

1/2 tsp garlic powder

salt and pepper to taste

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1 tbsp vegetable oil

fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

1. Season chicken with chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear chicken for 3 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.

3. Add onion and bell peppers to the same skillet and sauté for 4 minutes until slightly softened.

4. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

5. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits.

6. Add pasta and bring to a simmer, cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. Reduce heat to low and stir in heavy cream, cream cheese, and cheddar until smooth.

8. Return chicken to the skillet and simmer for 2 minutes to heat through.

9. Season to taste and garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: main course
Method: one pot
Cuisine: tex-mex

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 550
Sugar: 5
Sodium: 800
Fat: 25
Saturated Fat: 12
Unsaturated Fat: 10
Trans Fat: 0.5
Carbohydrates: 50
Fiber: 3
Protein: 30
Cholesterol: 100

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