Fajita Pasta Bake

  • 15 mins
  • 30 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 cups thinly sliced bell peppers
  • 1 small white onion, chopped
  • 2 cups uncooked penne pasta (6 oz)
  • 1 lb shredded cooked chicken breast SAVE $
  • 1 package (1 oz) fajita seasoning mix
  • 1 cup half and half
  • 1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey jack cheese blend (4 oz)

Preparation

Step 1

1. Heat oven to 350°F. Spray 13x9-inch (3-quart) glass baking dish with cooking spray.

2. Spray 10- to 12-inch skillet with cooking spray; heat over medium heat. Add 2 cups thinly sliced red and green bell peppers and 1 small white onion, chopped, to skillet; cook and stir about 10 minutes or until tender.

3. Meanwhile, cook 2 cups uncooked penne pasta as directed on package until al dente. Drain.

4. In large bowl, toss together cooked pasta, bell peppers and onion, 1 lb shredded cooked chicken breast, 1 package fajita seasoning mix and 1 cup cream until combined. Pour into baking dish.

5. Sprinkle 1 cup shredded Colby-Monterey jack cheese blend (4 oz) evenly over top.

6. Bake 15 to 20 minutes or until thoroughly heated and cheese is melted.