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Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Pasta

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Pasta for Quick Comfort Nights

Discover this Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Pasta, a quick and comforting dinner that can be ready in about 30 minutes.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 oz Spaghetti or penne/fettuccine
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Roasted Red Peppers jarred or fresh
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese light option available
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 2 cloves Garlic fresh cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning dried oregano and basil as substitutes
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs moist and tender
For Garnish
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil or parsley

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Food processor
  • Large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the spaghetti and cook according to the package instructions, typically around 8–10 minutes, until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside, reserving a splash of the pasta water.
  2. In a food processor, combine the roasted red peppers, cream cheese, and chicken broth. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, about 1–2 minutes.
  3. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Sauté the chopped garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the chicken thighs, cooking for 6–8 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Pour the prepared roasted red pepper sauce over the cooked chicken in the skillet. Allow the sauce to warm through for about 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally. Gently fold in the cooked spaghetti, tossing everything together until evenly coated.
  5. Remove the skillet from heat. Plate the creamy roasted red pepper chicken pasta and finish with a sprinkle of freshly cracked black pepper and torn basil leaves. Serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor retention, avoid freezing cooked pasta. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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