Ca Pizza Kitchen Chicken Tequila Fettuccine Recipe

Name: Ca Pizza Kitchen Chicken Tequila Fettuccine Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb dry spinach fettuccine (or possibly 2 pounds fresh); 1/2 c. minced fresh cilantro (2 Tbsp. reserved for garnish/finish); 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh garlic; 2 Tbsp. chopped jalapeno pepper (seeds and veins may be eliminated if milder flavor is desired); 3 Tbsp. unsalted butter (reserve Tbsp. per saute/fry); 1/2 c. chicken stock (preferably homemade); 2 Tbsp. gold tequila; 2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice; 3 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1 1/4 lb chicken breast, diced 3/4 inch; 1/4 med red onion, thinly sliced; 1/2 med red bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1/2 med yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1/2 med green bell pepper, thinly sliced; 1 1/2 c. heavy cream

Servings: persons

1 lb dry spinach fettuccine (or possibly 2 pounds fresh)
1/2 c. minced fresh cilantro (2 Tbsp. reserved for garnish/finish)
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh garlic
2 Tbsp. chopped jalapeno pepper (seeds and veins may be eliminated if milder flavor is desired)
3 Tbsp. unsalted butter (reserve Tbsp. per saute/fry)
1/2 c. chicken stock (preferably homemade)
2 Tbsp. gold tequila
2 Tbsp. freshly squeezed lime juice
3 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 1/4 lb chicken breast, diced 3/4 inch
1/4 med red onion, thinly sliced
1/2 med red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 med yellow bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 med green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 1/2 c. heavy cream

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["Preparation:1.", "Prepare rapidly boiling, salted water to cook pasta; cook till al dente, 8 to 10 min for dry pasta, approximately 3 min for fresh.", "Pasta may be cooked slightly ahead of time, rinsed and oiled and then", """flashed"" (reheated) in boiling water or possibly cooked to coincide with the finishing of the sauce/topping.", "2.", "Cook 1/3 c. cilantro, garlic and jalapeno in 2 Tbsp.", "butter over medium heat for 4 to 5 min.", "Add in stock, tequila and lime juice.", "Bring the mix to a boil and cook till reduced to a paste like consistency; set aside.", "3.", "Pour soy sauce over diced chicken; set aside for 5 min.", "Meanwhile cook onion and peppers, stirring occasionally, with remaining butter over medium heat.", "When the vegetables have wilted (become limp), add in chicken and soy sauce; toss and add in reserved tequila/lime paste and cream.", "4.", "Bring the sauce to a boil; boil gently till chicken is cooked through and sauce is thick (about 3 min).", "When sauce is done, toss with well-liquid removed spinach fettuccine and reserved cilantro.", "5.", "Serve family style or possibly transfer to serving dishes, proportionately distributing chicken and vegetables."]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb dry spinach fettuccine (or possibly 2 pounds fresh), 1/2 c. minced fresh cilantro (2 Tbsp. reserved for garnish/finish), 2 Tbsp. chopped fresh garlic, 2 Tbsp. chopped jalapeno pepper (seeds and veins may be eliminated if milder flavor is desired), and more.

Yes, Ca Pizza Kitchen Chicken Tequila Fettuccine Recipe falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!