Creamy Fajita Chicken Breasts Recipe – Super flavorful and ready in less than 30 minutes! This creamy fajita chicken breasts recipe is the perfect quick weeknight dinner. When you want to serve something fun and tasty, yet keep cooking to a minimum, you’ll be glad to have this fajita chicken breasts recipe in your arsenal. Enjoy!
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Ingredients list for the Creamy Fajita Chicken Breasts Recipe
- 4 small chicken breasts, skinless, boneless
- 2 bell peppers, red, green, yellow, seeded and cut into strips
- 1 medium onion, minced
- 8oz (225g) cream cheese, softened
- 1/3 cup tomato sauce of your choice (marinara sauce, canned crushed tomatoes)
- 1 packet of Fajita seasoning
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
- 1/4 cup (60ml) low sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup shredded Mozzarella (or your favorite cheese, Pepperjack, Monterrey Jack, Cheddar),
- Fresh chopped cilantro, or parsley, for garnish
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Directions
1. To make the creamy chicken fajita skillet: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and one teaspoon fajita seasoning on both sides.
2. In a large skillet, heat one tablespoon oil over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook for about 4 minutes on each side until browned. Once chicken breasts are done and no longer pink, transfer the grilled chicken breasts to a plate and set aside.
3. Add the remaining tablespoon oil to the same pan. Cook onion and bell pepper strips until crisp-tender, then add the fajita seasoning. Continue cooking until onion gets translucent.
4. Slowly deglaze with the chicken broth, then add tomato sauce and softened cream cheese. Mix to combine until smooth while simmering for 2-3 minutes. If the sauce gets too thick, add more chicken broth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
5. Add the cooked chicken breasts back to the skillet with the creamy fajita sauce and reheat for 2-3 minutes. Serve the creamy chicken fajita skillet, garnished with fresh chopped parsley, shredded mozzarella, and red chili pepper flakes. Enjoy with cauliflower rice, zucchini noodles, or pasta for non-keto!
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Tips for the Creamy Chicken Fajita Skillet Recipe
Let’s have a fajita fiesta! This twist on chicken breasts fajitas adds a creamy touch with its luscious sauce. Here are a few tips to make the best chicken fajita skillet ever:
- Cook chicken breasts over medium heat to ensure even browning and cooking.
- You can cut chicken in cubes to speed up cooking time, make sure to not overcook the chicken or it will dry up.
- This chicken fajita recipe works also very well with chicken thighs. Chicken thighs are more flavorful than chicken breasts and cost usually less.
Can I make my fajita spice mix?
Yes, of course! Just use these ingredients and proportions:
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- 1 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder, or minced garlic
- 2 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and fresh cracked pepper to taste
What other toppings go with this chicken breasts fajita?
While the creamy chicken breasts fajita stands on its own for a complete meal with some roasted or spiralized veggies, you can still add some flair to this easy chicken recipe with the following toppings:
- Cheese
- Cilantro
- Black olives
- A drizzle of Hot sauce
- Guacamole
- Jalapeño
More chicken recipes you might like
- Garlic Butter Chicken Bites with Lemon Asparagus
- Chicken with Spinach in Creamy Parmesan Sauce
- Lemon Garlic Butter Chicken and Green Beans Skillet
- Salsa Fresca Chicken Bake
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