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one-pot Chicken Fajita Pasta

Chicken Fajita Pasta

Charlotte
This creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta combines tender chicken, colorful bell peppers, and perfectly cooked pasta in a rich, flavorful fajita-seasoned sauce. It’s a quick, satisfying one-pot dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Mexican
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 480 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced into strips
  • 2 tsp fajita seasoning
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper sliced
  • 1 small onion sliced
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 3 cups cooked penne pasta or any pasta of choice
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

Season and Cook Chicken:

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken strips with fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  • Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes until fully cooked. Remove and set aside.

Sauté Vegetables:

  • In the same skillet, add bell peppers, onion, and garlic. Sauté for 4–5 minutes until tender.

Build the Sauce:

  • Lower the heat and add chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.

Combine:

  • Return chicken to the skillet, add cooked pasta, and toss everything together. Stir in Parmesan cheese and lime juice.
  • Cook for another 1–2 minutes until heated through.

Serve:

  • Garnish with fresh cilantro if desired and serve immediately.

Notes

  • You can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for a lighter option.
  • Adjust the spice level by adding chili flakes or using a spicy fajita seasoning.
  • Works well with leftover grilled chicken or rotisserie chicken.

Nutrition

Calories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4g
Keyword Chicken fajita pasta
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