Creamy Chipotle Chicken Spaghetti (Print View)

Shredded chicken and spaghetti tossed in a smoky chipotle-cheddar sauce. Creamy, spicy and finished with fresh cilantro.

# Components:

→ Pasta & Chicken

01 - 10 ounces spaghetti
02 - 2 cups cooked shredded chicken

→ Chipotle Cream Sauce

03 - 1 tablespoon butter
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
05 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
06 - 1/3 cup milk
07 - 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely chopped
08 - 1 tablespoon adobo sauce
09 - 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
10 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

→ Finish

11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
12 - Lime wedges, for serving (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the spaghetti until al dente, then drain and set aside.
02 - In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and milk, then stir in the chopped chipotle peppers and adobo sauce. Simmer the mixture for 2 to 3 minutes, allowing flavors to blend.
03 - Gradually add shredded cheddar cheese to the sauce, stirring constantly until melted and smooth. Stir in the shredded chicken and cook for an additional 2 minutes to heat through.
04 - Add cooked spaghetti to the skillet and toss until the pasta is thoroughly coated in the chipotle cream sauce. Season to taste with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
05 - Transfer to serving plates. Sprinkle with chopped fresh cilantro and serve immediately, offering lime wedges on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to make on a busy night
  • Perfect way to use leftover chicken
  • Creamy spicy cheesy flavor that is both fun and filling
  • One pan for sauce so cleanup is easy
  • You can swap in different pastas or add veggies for variety
02 -
  • High protein from chicken and cheese
  • Pasta carries the sauce perfectly so leftovers remain moist and tasty
  • Great way to introduce chipotle flavor to new cooks
03 -
  • Do not rush melting the cheese or it can turn greasy
  • Taste and adjust the spice before serving everyone has a different heat threshold
  • Add the cilantro only at the end so it stays bright and fresh

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