Creamy Peri-Peri Chicken Pasta Recipe
Creamy Peri-Peri Chicken Pasta is a delicious fusion of bold, spicy flavors and comforting creaminess. Tender chicken, vibrant red peppers, and sweetcorn are simmered in a peri-peri spiced sauce, perfectly coating al dente pasta. Cream cheese adds a luscious texture, balancing the heat with a rich, smooth finish. This one-pot wonder is quick, easy, and perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep. Enjoy it hot or cold, with the flavors getting even better the next day!
Ingredients:
2 tsp olive oil
600 g chicken breast, chopped
4 tsp peri-peri seasoning
2 red peppers, sliced
1 red onion, peeled and chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed
750 ml chicken stock
400 g canned chopped tomatoes
250 g dried pasta
100 g cream cheese
198 g canned sweetcorn, drained
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breast and 2 tsp of peri-peri seasoning. Stir and cook for about 5 minutes until the chicken is lightly browned.
2. Cook the Veggies: Add the sliced red peppers, chopped red onion, and crushed garlic. Cook for another 5 minutes until the vegetables soften.
3. Simmer the Sauce: Stir in the chicken stock, chopped tomatoes, the remaining peri-peri seasoning, salt, and pepper. Add the dried pasta and bring everything to a gentle simmer.
4. Cook the Pasta: Cover the saucepan with a lid and cook for 15-18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente, and the sauce has thickened.
5. Make it Creamy: Stir in the cream cheese and drained sweetcorn until everything is well combined and creamy. Adjust seasoning if needed.
Pro Tips:
Spice it Up: Love extra heat? Add a chopped red chili with the sliced peppers for an extra fiery kick.
Pasta Shape Matters: Cooking time may vary based on the pasta you use. Stop cooking when the pasta is al dente and the sauce clings to it.
Great for Leftovers: This creamy peri-peri pasta tastes even better the next day! Enjoy it hot or cold for lunch.
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Enjoy a flavorful, creamy, and spicy bowl of Creamy Peri-Peri Chicken Pasta that’s easy to make and perfect for the whole family!