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Creamy Chicken Fajitas (Easy One-Pan Dinner)

This creamy chicken fajita skillet combines juicy chicken, fajita-seasoned peppers and onions, and a rich cheesy sauce for a quick and satisfying family meal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Diet: Gluten Free
Skill Level: Intermediate
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Rena Awada

Ingredients

  • 2 large boneless and skinless chicken breasts sliced into strips
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning divided
  • salt season to taste
  • pepper season to taste
  • 1 tablespoon avocado oil
  • 3 bell peppers various colors; cut into strips
  • 1 medium onion sliced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 4 ounces cream cheese
  • ½ cup mozzarella shredded
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro chopped
  • 1 lime cut into wedges

Instructions

  • Sprinkle 2 large boneless and skinless chicken breasts with 1 tablespoon cornstarch, half of the 2 tablespoons fajita seasoning and salt and pepper. Stir to evenly coat the pieces.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon avocado oil in large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden brown; stirring occasionally.
    cooked chicken strips in a skillet for chicken fajita.
  • Add in the 3 bell peppers, 1 medium onion and sprinkle with remaining seasoning.
    cooking the veggies with the fajita seasonings in a pan.
  • Stir in the 1 cup chicken broth and reduce the heat to a low. Cover the pan and cook for 5 minutes, or until the peppers just begin to soften.
  • Stir in the 4 ounces cream cheese. Sprinkle with ½ cup mozzarella and continue to cook over low heat until melty.
    close up fajita chicken in skilet topped with melted cheese and lime wedges
  • Garnish with 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro and serve with 1 lime wedges.

Notes

  • Slice the chicken into evenly sized strips for even cooking.
  • Soften the cream cheese before adding it to the skillet for a smoother sauce.
  • Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best flavor.
  • Adjust the fajita seasoning to your preferred spice level.
  • Leftovers are great in wraps, rice bowls, quesadillas, or salads.
  • For extra cheesy fajitas, add additional mozzarella before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 295kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 76mg | Sodium: 366mg | Potassium: 555mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 3426IU | Vitamin C: 122mg | Calcium: 122mg | Iron: 1mg