This One Pan Cheesy Fajita Chicken is a delicious combo of flavorful chicken, fresh veggies and an amazing cheese sauce your family will devour! Great for low carb meal-prepping and clean up is a breeze!
INGREDIENTS
For the Chicken
- 1.5 pounds chicken cut into chunks
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
For the Veggies
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 cup bell pepper, cut into small pieces
- 1/2 cup onion, cut into small pieces
- 2 jalapeños, seeded and diced
For the Cheese Sauce
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/3 cup chicken broth
- 2 ounces cream cheese
- 1 cup cheddar, divided
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INSTRUCTIONS
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Begin by combining the spices. Sprinkle over the chopped chicken and stir to coat.
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Next, heat a large skillet over medium heat, spray with nonstick spray or add up to 1 tablespoon olive oil.
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Sear the chicken in the skillet 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned, then add the vegetables and stir well.
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Allow the chicken and vegetables to cook about 5 minutes more, until the onions and peppers are beginning to soften.
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Remove the chicken and veggies from the pan and set aside.
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Add the heavy cream, broth, cream cheese and half the cheddar cheese. Stir over medium low heat until a thick, creamy sauce forms.
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The last step is to add the chicken to the skillet and cover with the remaining cheese. Place a lid on the skillet and let simmer over low for 6-8 minutes.
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Garnish with your favorite taco fixing such as avocado, tomatoes, green onions or cilantro.
NOTES
Net carbs are 4.7 g per serving
Serving: 1/4 of the skillet, approximately 1 heaping cup, Calories: 344kcal, Carbohydrates: 6.1g, Protein: 34g, Fat: 19.8g, Cholesterol: 131mg, Sodium: 639mg, Fiber: 1.4g, Sugar: 3.2g