Our creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta recipe combines all the flavors you love from classic chicken fajitas with a creamy and cheesy pasta sauce that’s sure to please. It’s been a go-to recipe in our own household for a while, and we’re excited to share it with you! With the perfect blend of seasonings and creamy goodness, this dish is bound to become a household favorite for you too. Give it a try tonight!
Let’s Make an Amazing Chicken Fajita Pasta! Keep Reading!
If you’re looking for a pasta that has all the amazing zesty flavors of a traditional fajita dish, this Chicken Fajita Pasta is seriously next level. Your taste buds will wonder why you haven’t had this before.
The flavors from the garlic, chili powder, cumin, and paprika meld so well together with the tender boneless chicken breast. The bell peppers and onions add that satisfying texture as well.
This is easily one of our favorite dinner recipes. It’s so easy to make and I guarantee even your kids will eat it! Make it tonight, you will not regret it!
Tips on Making The Best Chicken Fajita Pasta
Sauté the Vegetables: You will get the perfect texture while sautéing the bell peppers, onions in garlic until they’re softened. The sweetness of the dish will be enhanced with the perfect sauté.
Don’t Overcook the Pasta: Be aware of the pasta until it’s just al dente. The reason is that it will continue to cook a bit more when you add it into the other ingredients. You don’t want a mushy pasta so just keep an eye on it while you’re boiling them.
High-Quality Cheese Can Make a Difference: Opt for high-quality cheese if you can. A perfect blend of cheese will make or break this dish for you. Freshly grated cheese is the best when you’re trying to melt it efficiently. You can use any cheese blend you like.
Seasonings: Adjust the seasonings levels to your preference. You can taste them as you cook and adjust if needed. Keeping the flavors balanced will ensure the cooking process goes smoothly. If you want less spice, lower the chili powder and cayenne pepper amounts.
Fresh Herbs: You can garnish this as well with some fresh herbs. Chopped Cilantro or Parsley can really elevate the flavors of this dish. The freshness of the herbs can enhance the presentation as well.
Ingredients
- Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Garlic (minced)
- 3 Bell Peppers (sliced)
- 1 Onion (sliced)
- 1 1/2 lbs Boneless Chicken Breast
- 1 lb Short Cut Pasta
- 1 cup Tomatoes (diced)
- 3 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 cups Shredded Cheese
Fajita Seasonings
- 1 tbsp Chili Powder
- 1 tbsp Cumin
- 2 tsp Paprika
- 2 tsp Oregano
- Salt and Cayenne Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
Begin by chopping bell peppers, onions, and tomatoes and placing them in a skillet coated with oil.
Next, mix together the fajita seasonings, sprinkling half on the veggies and setting the other half aside.
Once the veggies have softened, introduce the noodles and chicken broth, and cover.
While the pasta is cooking, add oil to another skillet. Then add the diced chicken and sprinkle the remaining seasoning. Let the chicken cook through.
Once both the chicken and pasta are done, add the cooked chicken, heavy cream, and shredded cheese to the pasta skillet, stirring until everything is melted and thoroughly coated.
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
REFRIGERATION
Chicken Fajita Pasta can be stored in airtight containers for 2-3 days after being made. Be sure to consume within those 2-3 days.
USE AIRTIGHT CONTAINERS
We highly recommend using airtight containers such as Skroam’s 10 Pack Glass Containers because glass is best!
FREEZING
Chicken Fajita Pasta can be frozen which will allow for longer storage. Cool completely first and then place into a freezer safe container. Use within 2 months for the best possible taste but keep in mind this will affect texture.
REHEATING
Use a microwave or the stovetop to reheat Chicken Fajita Pasta. For the stovetop, just let it heat at medium to low until it’s hot enough to eat!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Yes, you can use different types of pasta such as penne, fusilli, or even spaghetti if preferred. Just adjust the cooking time according to the pasta’s instructions.
While it’s best served fresh, you can prepare some of this in advance. Cook the pasta and chicken separately, then combine with the sauce just before serving to prevent the pasta from becoming soggy.
You can use half-and-half or you can use evaporated milk as substitutes for heavy cream. We have not tried it with any of those so we cannot attest to how it will taste. But I imagine it’s very similar. The texture will definitely vary.
Definitely! Simply remove the chicken and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. You can also add extra vegetables like mushrooms or zucchini for added flavor.
It goes really well with a nice salad, such as Salata – Afghan Salad, garlic bread, or even some nicely roasted vegetables. Don’t forget about our Cilantro Green Chutney.
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Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 tsp Oil
- 1 tsp Garlic
- 3 Bell Peppers, sliced
- 1 Onion, diced or sliced
- 1 1/2 lbs Boneless Chicken
- 16 oz Pasta, short-cut
- 5 small Tomatoes, diced
- 3 cups Chicken Broth
- 1 cup Half & Half Cream
- 2 cup Shredded Cheese
Fajita Seasoning
- 1 tbsp Chili Powder
- 1 tbsp Cumin
- 2 tsp Paprika
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper
Optional Toppings
- Cilantro, diced
- Sauted Jalapenos
- Red Pepper Flakes
- Avocado
Instructions
- Cut up the bell peppers, onion, and tomatoes and place into a skillet and set aside.
- Mix together the fajita seasonings and set that aside as well.
- In a hot skillet, add oil and garlic and toss in the cut up chicken. Sprinkly on some of the seasoning and let the chicken cook fully.
- In the veggie skillet, add oil and garlic as well as the same seasoning we prepped. Stir together
- Once the veggies are cooked a bit, add in the pasta and the chicken broth. Then add the rest of the seasoning and stir. Set a timer for 12 minutes and let the pasta cook. Stir a bit during this time.
- Once done, add the chicken to the veggie skillet.
- Add the half & half cream and the shredded cheese and mix together until it's melted and combined.
- Enjoy!
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