Mexican Bow Tie Pasta with Chicken Recipe

Ingredients

• 12 ounces bow tie pasta (farfalle)
• 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 1 medium red bell pepper, diced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
• 14 1/2 ounces diced tomatoes (fire-roasted, preferably)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 gallon water (for cooking pasta)