One-Pot Smoky Chipotle Cheesy Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the comforting and flavorful One-Pot Smoky Chipotle Cheesy Chicken Pasta, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. This dish combines tender chicken, creamy cheese, and the rich smokiness of chipotle peppers, all cooked together in a single pot for minimal cleanup. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a satisfying meal that strikes the ideal balance between spice and creaminess. Whether you’re serving it to family or friends, this hearty pasta dish will surely impress!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- 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)
- 1 tbsp adobo sauce
- 1 small onion (chopped, optional)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until soft.
- Add cooked chicken, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce; stir to coat.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; mix well to create a rich sauce.
- Add uncooked penne pasta and stir gently. Bring to a simmer and cover with a lid.
- Cook for about 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper as desired.
- Let sit for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 90mg