Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta: A Deliciously Easy Family Favorite
A creamy and flavorful chicken fajita pasta dish that is perfect for family dinners.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Gluten-free option available
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced
- 8 ounces pasta of your choice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 bell pepper, sliced
- 1 onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook chicken until no longer pink.
- Add bell pepper, onion, and garlic; sauté until vegetables are tender.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
- Add heavy cream and cheese; stir until cheese is melted.
- Toss in cooked pasta and serve hot.
Notes
- Serve with fresh cilantro on top for added flavor.
- You can use any type of pasta for this recipe.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg