SLIMMING WORLD FRIENDLY MAXICAN CHICKEN PASTA

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!

PREP TIME: 10 mins

COOK TIME: 15 mins

TOTAL TIME: 25 mins

SERVINGS: 4

INGREDIENTS:

8 oz pasta any shape
2 large bell peppers any colors, seeded and sliced
3 tbsp fajita seasoning
2 tbsps olive oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into small bite size pieces (about 1/2 inch)
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
1 cup half and half
5 cloves fresh garlic minced
1 medium onion sliced
1 tbsp freshly ground black pepper to taste

INSTRUCTIONS:

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook pasta according to package instructions, 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.

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