Cheesecake Factory Spicy Chipotle Chicken Pasta Recipe
A flavorful and spicy pasta dish featuring tender chicken, smoky chipotle peppers, and creamy sauce, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 pieces boneless skinless chicken breasts (preferably fresh for juicier meat)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (enhances flavor)
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (freshly cracked)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for searing)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 medium red bell pepper (thinly sliced)
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 1 cup heavy cream (full-fat)
- 0.5 cup chicken broth (homemade or low-sodium)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste (adds depth and acidity)
- 1-2 peppers chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust spice level)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (smoky flavor)
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta (fresh or dried)
- 0.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil until golden; remove and set aside.
- Sauté garlic, onions, and bell peppers in the same skillet to develop flavor.
- Mix heavy cream, broth, tomato paste, chipotle peppers, paprika, and red pepper flakes; simmer to thicken.
- Cook pasta until al dente, then add sliced chicken and toss with sauce; garnish with Parmesan and parsley.
Notes
Save some pasta water to adjust sauce consistency if needed.