Chicken Penne In Smoky Chili Cream Sauce Recipe

Name: Chicken Penne In Smoky Chili Cream Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 ounces uncooked penne pasta; 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 3/4-inch chunks; 1/3 cup onion, chopped; 1 teaspoon garlic, minced; 2 cups prepared alfredo sauce; 1 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo; 2 teaspoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons maple syrup; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 8 slices cooked bacon, heated in microwave and chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Servings: persons

12 ounces uncooked penne pasta
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 3/4-inch chunks
1/3 cup onion, chopped
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
2 cups prepared alfredo sauce
1 tablespoon chipotle chile in adobo
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons maple syrup
1/2 teaspoon salt
8 slices cooked bacon, heated in microwave and chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

1
Cook penne following package directions; drain.
2
While penne is cooking, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook chicken for about 4 minutes or until cooked through.
3
Remove to a plate and reserve.
4
Reduce heat to medium.
5
Add onion to the skillet and cook for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
6
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
7
Stir in the Alfredo sauce, chipotle, chili powder, maple syrup and salt.
8
Cook over medium-high heat until bubbly.
9
Stir in the chicken.
10
Place the pasta back into the pot and stir in the Alfredo and chicken mixture.
11
Spoon pasta onto a large serving platter and garnish with the bacon and cilantro.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 ounces uncooked penne pasta, 1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 3/4-inch chunks, 1/3 cup onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Chicken Penne In Smoky Chili Cream Sauce 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.

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Chicken Penne In Smoky Chili Cream Sauce

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