Description
A delightful blend of tender chicken, colorful veggies, and pasta enveloped in a creamy sauce, this Chicken Fajita Pasta is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (sliced)
- 2 Bell Peppers (sliced)
- 1 Onion (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Fajita Seasoning
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Fresh Cilantro for Garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Start with the Pasta: Pour water into a large pot, generously salt it, and bring it to a rolling boil. Add your chosen pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, drizzle in the olive oil. When the oil shimmers, add the sliced chicken breast, coating it with fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear it for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate the Veggies: As the chicken nears perfection, throw in the sliced bell peppers and onions. Sauté for approximately 5 minutes.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring gently, then bring it to a gentle simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
- Bring it All Together: Add the cooked pasta into the skillet, tossing everything together until well-coated with the sauce.
- Melt the Cheese: Take the skillet off the heat and fold in the shredded cheese, letting it melt.
- Serve and Garnish: Serve the Chicken Fajita Pasta hot from the skillet and add a sprinkle of fresh cilantro on top.
Notes
For added spice, incorporate diced jalapeños or increase the fajita seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: chicken, pasta, fajitas, creamy, dinner