Description
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish that combines tender chicken, sautéed bell peppers, and onions with a rich sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz Pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 lb Chicken Breast (sliced)
- 2 Bell Peppers (sliced)
- 1 Onion (sliced)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Fajita Seasoning
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 cup Shredded Cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
- Salt and Pepper to taste
- Fresh Cilantro for Garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Begin by boiling salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook per the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken, seasoning it with fajita seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook for 6-8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add the Veggies: Once the chicken is golden, add the sliced bell peppers and onions to the skillet. Sauté for about 5 minutes until softened.
- Create the Creamy Base: Pour in the heavy cream and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine with Pasta: Toss in the cooked pasta, ensuring every piece is coated with the creamy sauce.
- Melt the Cheese: Remove from heat and add shredded cheese, stirring until melted.
- Serve and Garnish: Dish out while hot, garnishing with fresh cilantro if desired.
Notes
Customize by using different proteins or swapping heavy cream for a lighter alternative. For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 90mg