One Pan Cheesy Fajita Chicken

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 peppercut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup onioncut into small pieces
  • 2 jalapeñosseeded and diced

For the Cheese Sauce

  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/3 cup chicken broth
  • 2 ounces cream cheese
  • 1 cup cheddardivided
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INSTRUCTIONS

    • Begin by combining the spices. Sprinkle over the chopped chicken and stir to coat.
    • Next, heat a large skillet over medium heat, spray with nonstick spray or add up to 1 tablespoon olive oil.
    • Sear the chicken in the skillet 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned, then add the vegetables and stir well.
    • Allow the chicken and vegetables to cook about 5 minutes more, until the onions and peppers are beginning to soften.
    • Remove the chicken and veggies from the pan and set aside.
    • Add the heavy cream, broth, cream cheese and half the cheddar cheese. Stir over medium low heat until a thick, creamy sauce forms.
    • 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.
  • 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: 344kcalCarbohydrates: 6.1gProtein: 34gFat: 19.8gCholesterol: 131mgSodium: 639mgFiber: 1.4gSugar: 3.2g

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