Description
A flavorful twist on traditional pasta, combining the spicy notes of jerk chicken with creamy pasta for a delightful dish perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb jerk chicken, cooked and shredded
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup diced bell peppers
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced bell peppers and sauté until softened.
- Add the shredded jerk chicken to the skillet and stir to combine with the peppers.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, then stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.
Notes
- This dish can be made with leftover jerk chicken for a quick meal.
- Adjust the level of spiciness by using mild or hot jerk seasoning.
- For a vegetarian option, substitute jerk chicken with grilled vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Chicken Jerk Pasta, Jerk Chicken Recipes, Creamy Pasta Dishes, Quick Chicken Dinner, Exotic Pasta Recipes, One-Pot Pasta Meals, Easy Weeknight Recipes