One-Pot Smoky Chipotle Cheesy Chicken Pasta
If you’re in search of a comforting and flavorful dish, look no further than One-Pot Smoky Chipotle Cheesy Chicken Pasta! This delightful recipe balances creamy cheese with a smoky chipotle kick, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights or cozy family gatherings. With minimal cleanup required, you can enjoy more time relaxing after dinner. The versatility of this dish allows for easy adaptations to suit your preferences, ensuring that every bite is packed with flavor. Once you try it, this one-pot meal will quickly become a staple in your kitchen!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 cups cooked chicken (shredded or diced)
- 3 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1–2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Olive oil or butter
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Sauté chopped onions and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add cooked chicken, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce. Stir to coat well.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; mix thoroughly.
- Add uncooked penne pasta and bring to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10–12 minutes until the pasta is tender.
- Reduce heat to low and stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season to taste with salt and pepper before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg