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Crockpot Chicken Fajita Pasta

This crockpot Chicken Fajita Pasta combines fajita seasoning with creamy pasta for a hearty, family friendly dinner.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 ounce fajita seasoning
  • 1 red bell pepper sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper sliced
  • 1 small small onion sliced
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 (10 ounce) can tomatoes with green chiles

    drained

  • 3 gloves garlic chopped
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 12 ounces penne pasta cooked
  • 1½ cups shredded Mexican-blend cheese

Instructions

  • Season the chicken on all sides with the salt, pepper, and fajita seasoning.
  • Place the seasoned chicken in the bottom of the slow cooker.
  • Top with the sliced bell peppers, onion, chopped garlic, and drained tomatoes with green chiles.
  • Pour the chicken broth over everything.
  • Cover and cook on Low for 4 to 5 hours, or until the chicken is tender and shreds easily.
  • Shred the chicken with two forks, then stir in the heavy cream.
  • Add the cooked penne pasta and shredded Mexican-blend cheese. Stir until the cheese is melted and everything is well combined. Serve warm.

Notes

Tips & Tricks

  • Add pasta at the end to prevent overcooking.
  • Slice peppers evenly.
  • Let sit 5–10 minutes to thicken.