Description

Spicy chicken chipotle pasta is a flavor-packed dish that will ignite your taste buds. With tender chicken, perfectly cooked pasta, and a creamy sauce infused with smoky chipotle peppers, this recipe is a delightful fusion of spice and comfort. Ideal for weeknight dinners or special gatherings, this dish promises to impress and satisfy every craving.

Ingredients

Scale

3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
2 canned chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 cup heavy cream
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1 medium sweet onion, diced
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Cook the Pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot. Add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes.
2. Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown, about 6-7 minutes per side.
3. Add Aromatics: Remove chicken from skillet. Sauté onions and garlic in the same pan until onions are translucent.
4. Create the Sauce: Stir in chopped chipotle peppers and adobo sauce. Add heavy cream and simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Combine: Slice the chicken and return it to the skillet along with drained pasta. Toss everything together until well combined.
6. Finish: Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top before serving.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Main
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (250g)
Calories: 550
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 28g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 45g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 90mg

Keywords: Adjust the number of chipotle peppers to control spiciness. For a vegetarian option, substitute chicken with tofu or chickpeas. Feel free to add veggies like bell peppers for extra crunch.