Description
A creamy Alfredo mixed with succulent chicken and vibrant Southwest spices, perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 lb. Penne Pasta
- 1 lb. Chicken Breasts (cut into 1″ strips)
- 1 (15 oz.) can Diced Tomatoes
- 1 cup Heavy Cream
- 1 1/2 cups Cheddar Cheese (shredded)
- 1 cup Onion (chopped)
- 4 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Butter
- 2 tbsp Cilantro (chopped)
- 1 1/2 tsp Chili Powder
- 1/2 tsp Cumin
- 1/2 tsp Oregano
- 1 tsp Paprika
- 1/4 tsp Black Pepper
- 1/2 tsp Salt
- 1/8 tsp Cayenne
Instructions
- In a small bowl, mix together chili powder, cumin, oregano, paprika, black pepper, salt, and cayenne.
- Marinate the chicken with honey and half of the southwest seasoning.
- Boil water in a large pot and cook the penne according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and cook marinated chicken until golden brown, then set aside.
- Sauté chopped onions in the same skillet, then add minced garlic.
- Add diced tomatoes and remaining seasoning to the skillet and simmer.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir until combined, letting it thicken.
- Add chicken, cheddar cheese, and pasta to the skillet, mixing well.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize with vegetables or different proteins. Make-ahead tips include marinating the chicken ahead of time for quicker preparation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Southwestern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg