Lazy One-Pan Creamy Chicken Fajita Pasta

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

This one-pan creamy chicken fajita pasta is a quick and satisfying meal that combines tender chicken strips, fajita-seasoned peppers, onions, and short pasta. All ingredients cook together in one skillet with broth and a touch of cream cheese or Greek yogurt, resulting in a flavorful and saucy dish with minimal cleanup.

Perfect for busy weeknights, this recipe is easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite vegetables or spices.

Quick and Easy One-Pan Pasta Recipe

This creamy chicken fajita pasta features juicy chicken strips and colorful fajita-seasoned peppers and onions, all cooked in a single skillet. The dish takes about 30 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

1 pound chicken strips
1 bell pepper, sliced
1 medium onion, sliced
8 ounces short pasta (like penne or fusilli)
2 cups chicken broth
4 ounces cream cheese or Greek yogurt
2 tablespoons fajita seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Chopped cilantro or parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Sauté Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken strips and season with salt, pepper, and fajita seasoning. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
Add Vegetables: Stir in the sliced bell pepper and onion. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
Cook Pasta: Add the short pasta and chicken broth to the skillet. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Cover and cook according to pasta package instructions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes.
Add Creaminess: Once the pasta is cooked, stir in the cream cheese or Greek yogurt until melted and combined. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro or parsley if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your one-pan meal!