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a skillet of spicy chipotle chicken pasta.

Spicy Chipotle Chicken Pasta

Julia
Treat yourself to a Cheesecake Factory-style creamy chipotle chicken pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 535 kcal

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INGREDIENTS
  

  • 8 ounces penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • ½ cup onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes
  • 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon adobo sauce, from the chipotle peppers can
  • 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese, for topping

INSTRUCTIONS
 

  • Cook the penne: Boil the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
    8 ounces penne pasta
  • Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked, about 7-10 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
    2 tablespoons olive oil, 2 boneless
  • Sauté onions and garlic: In the same skillet, add a bit more olive oil if needed. Add diced onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 more minute.
    ½ cup onion, 3 cloves garlic
  • Cook bell pepper: Add diced red bell pepper to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes.
    1 red bell pepper
  • Prepare the sauce: Stir in diced tomatoes, chopped chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, ground cumin, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes.
    1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes, 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, 1 teaspoon adobo sauce, 1 ½ teaspoons ground cumin, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, salt and pepper to taste
  • Add liquids: Mix in chicken broth and heavy cream, then bring to a simmer.
    1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup chicken broth
  • Combine chicken and sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes to blend the flavors.
  • Adjust seasoning: Taste and add more salt or pepper if needed.
  • Combine pasta and sauce: Add the cooked penne to the skillet and toss until the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
  • Finish and serve: Sprinkle chopped cilantro and grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
    ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro, ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Enjoy: Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Chipotle Chicken Pasta!

NOTES

  • This pasta makes about 4-6 servings.
  • To store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
  • To freeze: Put cooled pasta in a freezer-safe container and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • To thaw: Move the frozen pasta to the fridge and let it thaw overnight.
  • To reheat: Warm the pasta in a skillet over medium heat. Add a splash of chicken broth or cream to keep the sauce creamy.

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NUTRITION

Calories: 535kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 13gFat: 31gSaturated Fat: 16gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 369mgPotassium: 371mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 1882IUVitamin C: 41mgCalcium: 136mgIron: 2mg
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