Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta
Indulge in a bowl of Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta that combines smoky chipotle peppers with tender chicken and creamy sauce. This dish is perfect for any occasion, delivering an explosion of flavor that will leave your taste buds dancing. Easy to prepare and customizable with your favorite veggies or proteins, this pasta recipe promises to impress family and friends alike.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2–3 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream or 8 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic and chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and sauté the chicken until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic during the last minute of cooking until fragrant.
- Stir in chipotle peppers and cream (or cream cheese) until smooth; simmer for 3-5 minutes.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and add to the skillet, mixing thoroughly to coat in the sauce.
- Finish by adding grated Parmesan cheese; toss until creamy. Serve topped with fresh cilantro if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
Keywords: - For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu and use vegetable broth instead of chicken broth. - Feel free to add seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra color and nutrition.