Jerk Chicken Pasta (Rasta Pasta)
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
539 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Jerk Chicken Pasta (Rasta Pasta)
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This delightful recipe is easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 lb penne pasta 225g
- 1 lb (450g) chicken breast
- 1 1/2 tablespoons jerk seasoning or more, to taste
- 3 bell peppers
- 2 green onions
- 2 tablespoons Frying oil
- 1/2 cup heavy cream 30-36%
- 1/4 cup pasta cooking water
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or pasta cooking water
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese 70g
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta al dente according to the package instructions (it should have a bite to it). Reserve about 1/4 cup of pasta cooking water.
- Prepare all the ingredients: Cut chicken breasts into 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick strips, cut bell peppers into thin strips, grate the Parmesan on the small holes of a box grater. Cut the white parts of green onions into thin slices and the green part into large chunks.
- Rub the chicken with the Jerk seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 1-2 minutes without stirring, letting the chicken brown, then cook, stirring, until the chicken is cooked through and browned. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
- Add the bell peppers and green onions. Cook over high heat just briefly, until bell peppers are browned (don't cook them until soft).
- Add the heavy cream, pasta cooking water, and chicken broth. Cook for a couple of minutes over medium heat until the sauce is thickened and bell peppers soft.
- Add the chicken back to the pan, add grated parmesan, and cooked pasta. Stir everything together until well combined. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Jerk seasoning is spicy so you can add less seasoning if you're sensitive to heat. You can always add more when the dish is ready. I'm usually adding 1 1/4 tablespoons of seasoning for my heat level, but this would be too spicy for my kids. If you like spicy/hot dishes, 1 1/2 tablespoons would be too little. Adjust the amount of seasoning to your preferences. I used the Badia brand, spiciness can vary depending on the brand.
- You could also add minced garlic to the sauce (cook it briefly for 30 seconds along with green onions). I omitted it because the Jerk seasoning already adds so much flavor to the dish and I didn't think it was necessary. Green onions are optional for the same reason.
- Calories = 1 serving (1/4 of the recipe). This is only an estimate!
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Calories
539kcal
(27%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 539 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 539kcal | 27% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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