Chicken fajita pasta recipe for six
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This recipe serves six with a fajita-inspired creamy pasta skillet. It uses bell peppers and onions but no tortillas.
Ingredients
Penne pasta
16 ounces
Boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 1/2 pounds
Olive oil
2 tablespoons
Red bell peppers
2
Yellow bell pepper
1
Yellow onion
1
Garlic cloves
3
Chili powder
2 teaspoons
Ground cumin
1 teaspoon
Smoked paprika
1 teaspoon
Chicken broth
1 cup
Heavy cream
1 cup
Cream cheese
4 ounces
Shredded cheddar cheese
1 1/2 cups
Fresh cilantro
1/4 cup, chopped
How to make it
- Cook penne according to package directions and reserve 1/2 cup cooking water. 2. Sear sliced chicken in oil, then remove it from the skillet. 3. Cook peppers, onion, and garlic until tender; add chili powder, cumin, and paprika. 4. Add broth, cream, and cream cheese, stirring until smooth. 5. Add chicken, pasta, cheddar, and enough pasta water to loosen the sauce. Finish with cilantro.
Who this list is for
This list is made for home cooks planning to serve a hearty chicken fajita pasta skillet to a group of six. It's for anyone who wants a Tex-Mex inspired dinner without tortillas, using familiar ingredients like bell peppers, onions, and chicken. If you’re hosting friends or feeding a family, this recipe is sized right for a single large pan and a hungry crowd.
How to use this list
Start by checking your pantry and fridge for staples like penne pasta, olive oil, and spices (chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika). Fresh items like boneless skinless chicken breasts, red and yellow bell peppers, yellow onion, garlic, and cilantro should be on your shopping list if you don’t have them. Dairy ingredients—heavy cream, cream cheese, and shredded cheddar—are needed for the creamy sauce. Grab chicken broth to round it out. Cross off anything you already have to avoid overbuying.
Common mistakes
Don’t skip the fresh peppers and onion—they’re essential for the fajita flavor. Avoid using pre-cooked chicken; raw chicken breasts absorb the seasonings best when cooked in the pan. Using low-fat dairy can make the sauce grainy, so stick with heavy cream and regular cream cheese. Don’t forget to season the chicken well; under-seasoning leads to bland results.
What is on this list
You’ll need penne pasta, chicken breasts, red and yellow bell peppers, yellow onion, garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chicken broth, heavy cream, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, olive oil, and fresh cilantro. As you gather ingredients, cross off anything you already have at home—especially spices and pantry items.
Before you go
Before heading to the store, double-check your spice cabinet and dairy drawer. Make sure you have enough pasta and chicken for six servings. If you’re prepping ahead, chop the vegetables and measure out the spices. This way, cooking will move fast when it’s time to get dinner started.
FAQ
Who is "Chicken fajita pasta recipe for six" for?
This list is made for home cooks planning to serve a hearty chicken fajita pasta skillet to a group of six. It's for anyone who wants a Tex-Mex inspired dinner without tortillas, using familiar ingredients like bell peppers, onions, and chicken. If you’re hosting friends or feeding a family, this recipe is sized right for a single large pan and a hungry cro…
How should I use "Chicken fajita pasta recipe for six"?
Start by checking your pantry and fridge for staples like penne pasta, olive oil, and spices (chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika). Fresh items like boneless skinless chicken breasts, red and yellow bell peppers, yellow onion, garlic, and cilantro should be on your shopping list if you don’t have them. Dairy ingredients—heavy cream, cream cheese, and shredd…
What should I skip or avoid with "Chicken fajita pasta recipe for six"?
Don’t skip the fresh peppers and onion—they’re essential for the fajita flavor. Avoid using pre-cooked chicken; raw chicken breasts absorb the seasonings best when cooked in the pan. Using low-fat dairy can make the sauce grainy, so stick with heavy cream and regular cream cheese. Don’t forget to season the chicken well; under-seasoning leads to bland resul…
What is on the "Chicken fajita pasta recipe for six" list?
You’ll need penne pasta, chicken breasts, red and yellow bell peppers, yellow onion, garlic, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, chicken broth, heavy cream, cream cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, olive oil, and fresh cilantro. As you gather ingredients, cross off anything you already have at home—especially spices and pantry items.
What should I do before I go?
Before heading to the store, double-check your spice cabinet and dairy drawer. Make sure you have enough pasta and chicken for six servings. If you’re prepping ahead, chop the vegetables and measure out the spices. This way, cooking will move fast when it’s time to get dinner started.
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