Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta
This spicy chicken chipotle pasta recipe is made with tender chicken, crisp veggies, and coated in a spicy chipotle parmesan cream sauce. It's a satisfying meal that's ready in just 25 minutes!
Servings: 4
Calories: 943kcal
Ingredients
- 4 pieces bacon diced
- 1 pound chicken breast boneless and skinless
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt divided
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 red bell pepper diced
- ½ medium white onion diced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 3 whole chipotle peppers in adobo sauce minced plus 1 Tablespoon of sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1¾ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup frozen peas
- 12 ounces penne pasta cooked
- ½ cup fresh parsley minced
Instructions
- Add the bacon to a large saute pan over medium heat. Cook the bacon until crispy. Move to a plate with a slotted spoon. Do not throw away the grease.
- Cut the chicken into 1 inch cubes. Season with salt and pepper. Add the chicken to pan. Cook for 7 to 10 minutes, turning frequently, until cooked through. Move the fully cooked chicken to a plate and set aside. Do not wash the pan.
- Add the onion and bell pepper. Saute until softened about 6 minutes. Adding a little oil if needed. Add the garlic and chipotle peppers with the adobe sauce. Cook for 30 seconds.
- Stir in the heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook on low for 5 to 6 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the heat, gradually add the cheese, and stir until the parmesan is completely melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Stir in the cooked chicken, frozen peas, and cooked pasta, toss to coat. The peas should quickly warm through. Top with the parsley and serve.
Notes
- Use fresh ground, not shredded parmesan or shelf-stable parmesan from a can. This will give the sauce a silky smooth texture.
- While the bacon is cooking bring your pasta water to a boil and prep your chicken.
- Use both a canned chipotle pepper PLUS the additional adobe sauce.
- You can use anywhere from 12 to 16 ounces of pasta in this recipe.
- If the sauce is too thick you can thin with a little pasta water.
🌡️Storing Leftovers
Store leftover chipotle chicken pasta in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. Reheat it in a microwave for 1-2 minutes or on a stovetop at medium heat until warmed through. Add a splash of milk, water, or chicken broth if needed.Leave a review or get more information on the recipe!
