One-Pot Smoky Chipotle Cheesy Chicken Pasta
Discover the delight of our One-Pot Smoky Chipotle Cheesy Chicken Pasta, a dish that perfectly balances bold flavors and comforting creaminess without the fuss of multiple pots. This recipe brings together the smoky heat of chipotle peppers and melty cheddar cheese, enveloping tender chicken and pasta in a rich sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. With easy cleanup and customizable ingredients, this meal ensures everyone leaves the table satisfied. Get ready to enjoy a hearty bowl of deliciousness that will quickly become a household favorite!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot
- 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 (from the chipotle can)
- 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
- Heat olive oil or butter in a large pot over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add cooked chicken, chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce; stir until well combined.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; mix thoroughly.
- Stir in uncooked pasta, bring to a gentle simmer, cover, and cook for about 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender.
- Reduce heat to low, add shredded cheddar cheese, and stir until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt, pepper, or additional adobo sauce as desired.
- Let sit for 2–3 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg