Description
Savor the Smoky Goodness of One-Pot Smoky Chipotle Cheesy Chicken Pasta. This easy-to-make dish packs a punch of smoky chipotle flavor, balanced by the rich creaminess of melted cheddar cheese.
Ingredients
- 8 ounce penne pasta
- 2 cup cooked chicken, shredded
- 2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tablespoon olive oil or butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Add onion and garlic, sauté for 2-3 minutes until soft.
2. Add cooked chicken and chipotle peppers with adobo sauce, stirring to coat.
3. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine.
4. Add uncooked penne pasta, ensuring it is submerged in the liquid. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook for 10-12 minutes until pasta is tender.
5. Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
6. Let sit for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Notes
For a spicier dish, add more chipotle peppers or adobo sauce. Use whole grain pasta for a healthier option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 100mg