Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

A quick and flavorful Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta recipe that combines smoky chipotle peppers with creamy Parmesan for a comforting weeknight meal.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Total Time 35

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 600

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Chicken

2 pieces Boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 cloves Fresh garlic

For the Pasta

8 ounces Fettuccine or penne pasta

For the Sauce

2 pieces Chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 cup Heavy cream or cream cheese
1 cup Freshly grated Parmesan cheese

For Cooking

2 tablespoons Olive oil
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For Garnish

to taste Fresh cilantro optional

Equipment

Large skillet
Pot for boiling pasta

Method

Preparation Steps

Prepare your ingredients by chopping the garlic and cutting the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces.
Sauté the chicken in a large skillet over medium heat with olive oil until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
Add minced garlic during the last minute of cooking, stirring until fragrant.
Stir in chipotle peppers and cream (or cream cheese) and cook for 3-5 minutes until smooth and bubbly.
Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and add it to the skillet, mixing thoroughly.
Finish by adding grated Parmesan cheese and tossing until creamy. Serve with fresh cilantro on top if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For optimal flavor, let chicken reach room temperature before cooking and add garlic in the last minute to prevent burning. Reserve some pasta water for sauce consistency if needed.

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