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Creamy Fajita Pasta
Fast and Easy 5 ingredient dinner for your meal planning schedule. A Creamy Fajita Pasta that will knock your socks off.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 hours
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 6 people
Calories 422 kcal
Equipment
  • 1 gallon freezer bag
  • 1 Slow Cooker
Ingredients
 
 
  • 2 lbs Chicken Thighs
  • 1 bag frozen peppers and onions
  • 2 packages fajita seasoning mix
  • 8 oz cream cheese
Day of cooking
  • 16 oz pasta noodles Cooks preference
  • 1 cup water If liquid needed when adding noodles
Instructions
 
Freezer Prep Directions
  • Prepare a gallon freezer bag, labeling according to your preferred method. 
  • Add all ingredients, except Day of Cooking ingredients, to the freezer bag. 
  • Seal bag, removing as much air as possible, and freeze for up to three months. 
Slow Cooker Instructions
  • Thaw freezer bag in fridge 12-24 hours before cooking. 
  • Dump contents of the freezer bag into a slow cooker. 
  • Cook on high 4-6 hours
  • With 1 hour cook time remaining, Add 16 oz of pasta and 1 cup water if necessary, cook on high for an additional 30 minutes.
  • Stir to combine, ensure noodles cooked through, and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 422kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 26gFat: 25g
Keyword 5 Ingredient Meal, Creamy Fajita Pasta, Creamy Pasta, Fast and Easy Dinner
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