Easy Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta Recipe
This Easy Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta combines the flavors of fajitas and pasta into a deliciously creamy dish that is quick to make and full of flavor.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breast sliced into thin strips
- 8 ounces pasta penne or your choice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium red bell pepper sliced
- 1 medium green bell pepper sliced
- 1 medium yellow onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup shredded cheese cheddar or your choice
- 0.5 teaspoon salt to taste
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper to taste
- 0.25 cup cilantro chopped, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add bell peppers and onion to the skillet and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and allow to thicken slightly. Stir in shredded cheese.
- Add cooked pasta and toss to combine with the sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Serve immediately, garnished with chopped cilantro.
Notes
Adjust the level of spice by modifying the amount of chili powder. This dish can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Nutrition
Serving: 200g | Calories: 120kcal | Carbohydrates: 120g | Protein: 120g | Fat: 120g | Saturated Fat: 120g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 120g | Monounsaturated Fat: 120g | Trans Fat: 120g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 120g | Sugar: 120g | Vitamin A: 120IU | Vitamin C: 120mg | Calcium: 120mg | Iron: 120mg