Print

Chicken Fajita Pasta – Spicy & Creamy

A bowl of creamy chicken fajita pasta with bell peppers and melted cheese.
Print Recipe

A one-pan meal that combines juicy chicken, sautéed bell peppers, fajita seasoning, and a creamy, cheesy sauce—this Chicken Fajita Pasta is a quick and easy weeknight dinner that’s bursting with Tex-Mex flavors!

Ingredients

Scale

For the Pasta Dish:

  • 12 oz pasta (penne, rotini, or fettuccine)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 1 tbsp fajita seasoning (or store-bought mix)
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or Greek yogurt for a lighter option)
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar or pepper jack cheese
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • ½ tsp salt & black pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 2 tbsp chopped cilantro (for garnish)
  • 1 lime, cut into wedges

Instructions

1️⃣ Cook the Pasta

  1. Boil water with a pinch of salt.
  2. Cook pasta until al dente (about 1-2 minutes less than the package instructions).
  3. Drain and set aside.

🔥 Pro Tip: Reserve ½ cup of pasta water to thin the sauce if needed!

2️⃣ Cook the Chicken

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add sliced chicken, fajita seasoning, and smoked paprika.
  3. Sear for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and fully cooked.
  4. Remove chicken and set aside.

🔥 Pro Tip: For extra smoky flavor, grill the chicken instead of pan-frying!

3️⃣ Sauté the Vegetables

  1. In the same pan, add sliced onions and bell peppers.
  2. Sauté for 4 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

🔥 Pro Tip: For an authentic fajita taste, let the peppers char slightly!

4️⃣ Build the Creamy Fajita Sauce

  1. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream.
  2. Let simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  3. Add shredded cheese and butter, stirring until melted and creamy.

🔥 Pro Tip: For a lighter version, use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream!

5️⃣ Combine Everything & Serve

  1. Return chicken to the skillet and add cooked pasta.
  2. Stir everything together until well coated.
  3. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  4. Garnish with cilantro and serve with lime wedges!

🔥 Pro Tip: Squeeze fresh lime juice over the pasta for a zesty finish!

Notes

This 30-minute, one-pan dish combines the best flavors of fajitas and pasta into a creamy, spicy, and cheesy meal! Whether you’re cooking for family dinners, meal prep, or weeknight cravings, it’s an easy, crowd-pleasing dish.

Nutrition

Find it online: https://spaceofrecipes.com/chicken-fajita-pasta/