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Ingredients You’ll Need to Make This Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta:

• 3 Tablespoon cooking oil
• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
• 3 cups cooked chicken strips
• 3 cups colored bell peppers, sliced into strips
• 1 cup red onion, sliced into strips
• 1 (1.4 ounce) package fajita seasoning
• 1 (10 ounce) can Fire-Roasted Rotel, undrained
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups dry penne pasta
• 2 cups shredded pepper jack
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• Fresh, minced cilantro, optional garnish

How to Make Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta:

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
3. Add the chicken strips, bell pepper strips, red onion strips and fajita seasoning to the garlic. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. Stir in the Rotel and chicken broth and bring to a low boil.
5. Add in the dry penne pasta and mix well. Cover and simmer for 14-18 minutes or until the pasta is cooked to your preference.
6. Once the pasta is cooked, sprinkle in the cheese slowly, stirring constantly, until melted and well combined.
7. Once the cheese is fully melted, slowly mix in the heavy cream, ¼ cup at a time until the sauce is thick and creamy.
8. Remove from the heat and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
9. Serve and enjoy!

FAQS:

How should I store my Chicken Fajita Pasta?

Chicken Fajita Pasta should be cooled to room temperature for no more than 2 hours and then kept in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. For longer storage it can be frozen for 2-3 months. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before heating and serving.

Can I make any changes to this recipe?

This recipe is easy to modify if you’d like to do so! Here are a few common changes that you can use to get started:

• Change the spice level: If you’d like a spicier dish you can use hot Rotel and add a bit of red chili spice for added spice. You can also chop up and include a jalapeno or serrano pepper. If you’d like less spice in the dish you can use mild Rotel and substitute monterey jack or marbled cheddar cheese instead of the pepper jack. This will make for a nice, mild dish with no spiciness. 
• Add vegetables: You can chop up and add mushrooms, zucchini or other squash if desired for added vegetables. You can also use just one color of bell pepper, increase or decrease the amount of bell pepper or substitute it out altogether if you aren’t a fan. 
• Change the protein: It is easy to change the chicken strips for another type of protein. Beef strips, shrimp or tofu are all good options. Be sure to adjust the cooking time as needed so that your protein is properly cooked. You can also make a vegetarian dish by omitting the chicken completely and just using vegetables in the dish! 

What should I serve with creamy chicken fajita pasta?

You can serve creamy chicken fajita pasta with a variety of side dishes to complement its flavors. Here are some options:

1. Garlic bread or breadsticks: Crusty bread is perfect for soaking up the creamy sauce.
2. Mixed green salad: A simple salad with a light vinaigrette adds freshness and balance to the meal.
3. Roasted vegetables: Seasonal vegetables like broccoli, zucchini, or cherry tomatoes roasted with olive oil and spices make a nutritious side.
4. Avocado slices or guacamole: Creamy avocado or guacamole provides a cool contrast to the warm pasta dish.
5. Black beans or refried beans: A side of beans adds protein and complements the Mexican-inspired flavors of the fajita pasta.
6. Tortilla chips or crispy tortilla strips: Serve alongside for added crunch and a nod to traditional fajitas.
7. Salsa or pico de gallo: Fresh salsa or pico de gallo adds a burst of flavor and acidity to the dish.
8. Sour cream or Greek yogurt: A dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt on top of the pasta adds creaminess and helps balance the spices.

Feel free to mix and match these side dishes based on your preferences and what ingredients you have on hand.

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Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta

Yield: 4 servings

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes

Total Time: 30 minutes

Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta is a hearty pasta recipe loaded with chicken breast strips, sliced bell peppers, fajita seasoning, fire-roasted Rotel, penne noodles and pepper jack cheese.

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Ingredients

• 3 Tablespoon cooking oil
• 1 Tablespoon minced garlic
• 3 cups cooked chicken strips
• 3 cups colored bell peppers, sliced into strips
• 1 cup red onion, sliced into strips
• 1 (1.4 ounce) package fajita seasoning
• 1 (10 ounce) can Fire-Roasted Rotel, undrained
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 3 cups dry penne pasta
• 2 cups shredded pepper jack
• ¾ cup heavy cream
• Fresh, minced cilantro, optional garnish

Instructions

1. Heat the oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
2. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute or until fragrant.
3. Add the chicken strips, bell pepper strips, red onion strips and fajita seasoning to the garlic. Stir and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4. Stir in the Rotel and chicken broth and bring to a low boil.
5. Add in the dry penne pasta and mix well. Cover and simmer for 14-18 minutes or until the pasta is cooked to your preference.
6. Once the pasta is cooked, sprinkle in the cheese slowly, stirring constantly, until melted and well combined.
7. Once the cheese is fully melted, slowly mix in the heavy cream, ¼ cup at a time until the sauce is thick and creamy.
8. Remove from the heat and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired.
9. Serve and enjoy!
   

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 912Total Fat: 60gSaturated Fat: 27gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 29gCholesterol: 204mgSodium: 1252mgCarbohydrates: 45gFiber: 4gSugar: 8gProtein: 49g