Description
Adobo Pasta with Chicken is a smoky, creamy pasta dish that combines chipotle heat, tender chicken, and hearty mushrooms. This flavorful, one-pan recipe is quick to make and perfect for a weeknight dinner the whole family will love. With its rich adobo sauce and creamy texture, it’s a delicious balance of spice and comfort. Customize the spice levels and add veggies for a dish that suits your taste.
Ingredients
1 box Barilla Penne pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb chicken breast, cubed
1 yellow onion, diced
1 lb mushrooms, sliced
1/4 cup adobo sauce
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta: Cook the Barilla Penne pasta according to the package instructions, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Cook the Chicken: In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove the chicken and set aside.
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Sauté the Vegetables: In the same pan, sauté the diced onion until translucent. Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until softened.
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Combine with Adobo Sauce: Return the cooked chicken to the pan. Stir in the adobo sauce and chopped chipotle peppers.
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Make the Creamy Sauce: Slowly add the heavy cream and stir until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Combine with Pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the pan and stir gently to combine. Cook for a minute or two to allow the pasta to absorb the sauce.
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Serve: Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs if desired.
Notes
Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stove until warm.
Variations: Replace chicken breasts with chicken thighs for a richer flavor, or use plant-based cream for a lighter version.
Spice Level: Adjust the spice level by reducing or omitting chipotle peppers and adobo sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Italian Fusion
