One-Pot Smoky Chipotle Cheesy Chicken Pasta
Indulge in a comforting bowl of One-Pot Smoky Chipotle Cheesy Chicken Pasta that’s perfect for busy weeknights. This delicious dish combines tender chicken, smoky chipotle peppers, and creamy cheese into a satisfying meal that the entire family will love. With just one pot required, cleanup is a breeze, leaving you more time to enjoy your flavorful creation. Whether you’re prepping for the week ahead or looking for a quick dinner solution, this recipe is sure to become a staple in your home. Get ready for a flavor-packed experience that’s both easy to make and hard to resist!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- 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 (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
- In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until fragrant.
- Add cooked chicken, chopped chipotle peppers, and adobo sauce. Stir to combine.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; mix well.
- Add uncooked penne pasta; bring to a gentle simmer and cover.
- Cook for 10–12 minutes until pasta is tender and most liquid is absorbed.
- Reduce heat to low; stir in shredded cheese until melted and creamy.
- Season with salt and pepper; let sit for 2–3 minutes off heat before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg