Go Back
–+ servings
Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Pasta

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Pasta: Quick Family Delight

Creamy Roasted Red Pepper Chicken Pasta is a comforting and quick family meal perfect for busy weeknights.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 520
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 12 oz Spaghetti can substitute with penne or fettuccine
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups Roasted Red Peppers jarred or homemade
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese can replace with sour cream
  • 0.5 cup Chicken Broth vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 5 cloves Garlic chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional for heat
For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Chicken Thighs cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning or a mix of oregano and basil
For Seasoning
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • Fresh Basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Food processor
  • large skillet
  • Colander
  • Tongs

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Cook the spaghetti in a large pot of salted boiling water according to package instructions, about 8-10 minutes, until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a food processor, blend the roasted red peppers, cream cheese, and chicken broth until smooth.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken thighs seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning for 7-10 minutes until cooked through.
  4. Pour the roasted red pepper sauce into the skillet with the chicken. Stir gently for 2-3 minutes until well combined and heated.
  5. Add the drained spaghetti to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce. Serve immediately garnished with fresh basil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 520kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Customize the dish with additional greens like spinach or kale. For a cheesy twist, add grated Parmesan.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!