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Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta

Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta

Fajita pasta: whip up this easy one-skillet chicken dish in under 30 minutes. Packed with smoky fajita spices and creamy cheese sauce, it's a weeknight winner.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 550 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp cumin
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp cooking oil
  • 1 boneless skinless chicken breast

Instructions
 

  • Combine the chili powder, smoked paprika, onion powder, garlic powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, sugar, and salt in a small bowl.
  • Dice one medium onion and one bell pepper. Cut the chicken breast into 1/2-inch cubes.
  • Bring a large pot of water to a rolling boil for the pasta.
  • Add 12 oz of your favorite pasta to the boiling water. Cook for 7-10 minutes, or until al dente.
  • Heat 1 Tbsp cooking oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and half of the fajita spice mix. Sauté until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  • Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 3-5 minutes until they begin to soften.
  • Stir in the remaining fajita spice mix, 1 can of diced tomatoes, and 4 oz of cream cheese. Cook until the cream cheese melts.
  • Add the cooked chicken and drained pasta back into the skillet. Stir until well combined.

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Notes

Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
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