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Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta (Cheesecake Factory Copycat)

A creamy and spicy pasta dish featuring chicken, chipotle sauce, and a blend of cheeses, inspired by the Cheesecake Factory's famous recipe.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Pasta
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz penne pasta or any pasta of choice
Chicken
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 tsp salt for seasoning
  • 1 tsp black pepper for seasoning
Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil for cooking
  • 1 small onion finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream for sauce
  • 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
  • 2 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce finely chopped
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika for flavor
  • 1 tsp cumin for flavor
  • 1 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese for creaminess
  • 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese for topping
Garnish
  • 2 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Cook the Pasta
  1. In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Chicken
  1. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 7-10 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Make the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Stir in the heavy cream, chicken broth, chipotle peppers, smoked paprika, and cumin. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  3. Add the Monterey Jack cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Combine and Serve
  1. Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the skillet, tossing to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  2. Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro and lime wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

Adjust the amount of chipotle peppers based on your spice preference. This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.

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