Best 6 Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta Recipes

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**Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta: A Flavorful and Easy One-Pot Dish**

Craving a quick and flavorful meal that packs a punch? Look no further than this creamy chicken fajita pasta! This delectable dish combines the vibrant flavors of Mexican fajitas with the comforting creaminess of a pasta dish, making it a hit with both kids and adults alike. Prepared in just one pot, this recipe is a time-saver that delivers maximum taste with minimal effort. So, gather your ingredients and let's embark on a culinary journey that will tantalize your taste buds!

In addition to the main recipe, this article also features a collection of other delicious pasta dishes, each offering a unique twist on the classic. From the zesty and refreshing Lemon Ricotta Pasta to the hearty and satisfying Sausage and Spinach Pasta, there's something for every palate. Whether you're a fan of creamy sauces, vibrant herbs, or bold flavors, you're sure to find a pasta recipe that hits the spot. So, prepare to indulge in a delightful culinary adventure with our selection of pasta dishes that promise to leave you craving for more!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CREAMY CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA



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Everything you love about fajitas transformed into the creamiest and tastiest pasta. This spicy pasta makes a great addition to your weeknight routine and is ready in under 20 minutes!

Provided by Layla

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz pasta (any shape)
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into small bite size pieces (about 1/2 inch))
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons fajita seasoning (homemade or store bought packet, see note below for recipe)
2 bell peppers (any colors, seeded and sliced)
1 medium onion (sliced)
5 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
1 cup half and half
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

Steps:

  • In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions (al-dente), don't forget to season with salt.
  • Heat a large heavy-duty pan or pot to medium/ high heat. Add oil and chicken breast pieces to pan. Sprinkle chicken with fajita seasoning. Cook for 5 minutes or until chicken is browned and cooked through.
  • Add bell peppers, onion, and garlic to pan. Stir for 2-3 minutes or until onion is tender.
  • Add pasta, half & half and cooked pasta to pan. Stir and simmer for 5 minutes or until cheese is fully melted and all the flavors are combined.
  • Top with fresh minced cilantro, serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 576 kcal, Carbohydrate 54 g, Protein 38 g, Fat 23 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Sodium 403 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 6 g

CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA



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Fajitas meet pasta in this one-skillet marriage. Creamy and packed with peppers and onions, the whole meal can be made in just 30 minutes! A tortilla chip topping adds some surprising (and welcome) crunch.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon cumin
Kosher salt
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless skinless chicken thighs (about 4), cut into 1/2-inch strips
3 medium red, green or yellow bell peppers, cut into 1/4-inch strips
1 small yellow onion, halved and thinly sliced
8 ounces penne (see Cook's Note)
6 ounces cream cheese, cubed
4 ounces pepper jack cheese, shredded
3/4 cup crushed tortilla chips
Pico de gallo and sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat the broiler to high. Combine the chili powder, cumin and 1 tablespoon salt in a small bowl.
  • Heat the oil in a large, high-sided skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and chili powder mixture and cook, tossing occasionally, until the chicken just starts to change color and the spices are toasted, about 2 minutes. Add the peppers and onions and cook until they just begin to release some of their juices, 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Add the pasta and 2 1/2 cups water to the skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once it comes to a boil, continue to cook, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the sauce is thickened and reduced by about half, 14 to 16 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the cream cheese until melted. Sprinkle the pepper jack and crushed chips over the top. Transfer to the broiler and cook until the cheese is bubbly and starting to brown in spots, 2 to 3 minutes.

ONE POT CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: oil, chicken breasts, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, onion, salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, milk, penne pasta, pepper jack cheese

Provided by Tasty

Categories     Dinner

Time 52m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

3 tablespoons oil
3 chicken breasts, sliced
1 red bell pepper, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
1 onion, sliced
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin
1 tablespoon garlic powder
5 cups milk
4 cups penne pasta
1 cup pepper jack cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot over high heat
  • Add chicken and cook until no pink is visible, about 5-6 minutes, then take the chicken out.
  • Add the bell peppers and onion, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 6 minutes.
  • Add the chicken back to the pot with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder, stirring until evenly coated, about 30 seconds.
  • Add the milk and the penne, stirring constantly to prevent any pasta from sticking.
  • Cook for about 20 minutes until pasta is cooked and the milk has reduced to a thick sauce that coats the pasta.
  • Add the cheese and mix until melted.
  • Nutrition Calories: 1958 Fat: 41 grams Carbs: 305 grams Fiber: 16 grams Sugars: 50 grams Protein: 90 grams
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1265 calories, Carbohydrate 155 grams, Fat 35 grams, Fiber 8 grams, Protein 78 grams, Sugar 26 grams

CREAMY CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA



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Ok, I know that this recipe uses Cajun seasonings, not fajita seasonings, but I'm sure you could substitute if you want - I find them very similar anyway. This recipe was inspired by the very popular Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta recipe #39087. Every time I made it, I tweaked it more and more until it really is a different recipe now. I hope you enjoy it.

Provided by WorkingMom2three

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 25m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs boneless chicken breasts, cut into thin strips or 2 lbs boneless chicken breast tenders
1 (16 ounce) box linguine, cooked
2 tablespoons cajun seasoning or 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning mix
1/4 cup flour
3 tablespoons butter
1 green pepper, sliced
1 red pepper, sliced
1 small onion, sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed
1 cup half-and-half
1 -2 plum tomato, seeded and chopped
1 green onion, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Put water on to boil to cook your pasta, cook pasta while you are making the sauce.
  • Combine Cajun seasoning and flour in plastic bag and shake to combine.
  • Add chicken to bag (I buy the Perdu frozen chicken tenders for this) and shake to coat them. You may have to do several batches, and you'll want to set them aside on a plate.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat,add the butter and peppers, onions, and garlic. Saute until slightly soft - roughly 3 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and saute for additional 5-7 minutes or unitl not pink anymore.
  • Reduce heat a little and add green onion, half and half, tomatoes, salt, basil, black pepper, and heat through.
  • When the cream just starts to bubble, add the parmesan cheese and combine completely. Stir until thickened and pour over cooked and drained spaghetti/linguini.

FAJITA-STYLE PASTA



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Take the aromatic flavours of a classic Mexican fajita and combine with pasta for this easy, vibrant meal. It's an ideal Friday night dinner

Provided by Esther Clark

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield Serves 4-6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 tbsp olive oil
2 large skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 red pepper, deseeded and sliced
1 yellow pepper, deseeded and sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed
1⁄4 tsp chilli powder
1 heaped tsp sweet smoked paprika
1⁄2 tsp dried oregano
1 tsp ground coriander
1⁄2 tsp ground cumin
3 tbsp tomato purée
80ml double cream
350g penne or rigatoni pasta
1⁄2 small bunch of flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
grated parmesan or cheddar, to serve

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large shallow casserole or frying pan. Add the chicken and fry for 5 mins over a medium heat until golden all over. Remove and set aside on a plate.
  • Put the onion and peppers in the same pan and fry over a medium heat for 8-10 mins. Add the garlic, dried herbs and spices and cook for 1 min. Add the tomato purée and cook for 2 mins. Return the chicken to the pan and pour in the cream, stirring to combine. Season to taste.
  • Cook the pasta following pack instructions, then drain and reserve 150ml of the cooking water. Add the pasta to the pan with 50ml of the water and stir everything together over the heat. Add a little more water to loosen if needed. Season to taste and stir through the parsley. Divide between six bowls and top with a little cheese and extra chopped parsley, if you like. This can be packed into a lunchbox and eaten cold, too.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 410 calories, Fat 13 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 47 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 24 grams protein, Sodium 1 milligram of sodium

CHICKEN FAJITA PASTA BAKE



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I created this with ingredients I had in the pantry, and it turned into a family favorite!

Provided by Sharon M

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Chicken     Chicken Breast Recipes

Time 1h7m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound ziti pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 onion, sliced
1 green bell pepper, sliced
1 pound boneless chicken breast, cubed
1 (16 ounce) jar salsa
2 (8 ounce) packages cream cheese, softened
1 (1 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
1 (16 ounce) package shredded Cheddar cheese, divided

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in ziti and return to a boil. Cook pasta uncovered, stirring occasionally, until tender yet firm to the bite, about 10 minutes. Drain.
  • Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; add onion and green pepper. Cook and stir until soft, 5 to 7 minutes; remove from skillet. Place chicken into the skillet; cook and stir until no longer pink, 7 to 10 minutes.
  • Combine salsa, cream cheese, and taco seasoning in a saucepan over low heat: cook until cream cheese is melted, about 5 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Combine ziti, chicken, salsa mixture, black beans, corn, and onion mixture in a large bowl. Add 8 ounces Cheddar cheese; mix until combined. Pour into a baking pan.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Remove from oven; top with remaining Cheddar cheese. Bake until cheese is melted, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 835.9 calories, Carbohydrate 71.1 g, Cholesterol 152.7 mg, Fat 42.8 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 43.1 g, SaturatedFat 25.1 g, Sodium 1501.2 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

Tips:

  • Use a large skillet or Dutch oven to cook the chicken and vegetables. This will give you plenty of room to stir everything and prevent overcrowding.
  • If you don't have fajita seasoning, you can make your own by combining chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  • To make the pasta more flavorful, cook it in chicken broth instead of water.
  • If you like your pasta saucy, add more milk or cream. If you like it more dry, add less.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables to the pasta, such as bell peppers, onions, or corn.
  • Top the pasta with your favorite toppings, such as sour cream, guacamole, salsa, or cheese.

Conclusion:

This creamy chicken fajita pasta is a quick and easy weeknight meal that is sure to please the whole family. It's packed with flavor and can be easily customized to your liking. So next time you're looking for a delicious and satisfying pasta dish, give this recipe a try!

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