Description
Creamy Chicken and Chorizo Pasta is the perfect weeknight meal that combines the richness of creamy sauce with the bold flavors of chorizo and tender chicken. Ready in just 30 minutes, this one-pan dish is ideal for busy evenings or special gatherings. The delightful mix of savory ingredients comes together effortlessly, ensuring that you can impress your family or guests without spending hours in the kitchen. With its comforting textures and customizable ingredients, this recipe is sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Scale
- 300 g rigatoni (or another type of short pasta)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 170 g chorizo (sliced)
- 350 g chicken breast (diced)
- 1 small red onion (finely diced)
- 1 small red pepper (diced)
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 200 ml chicken stock
- 200 ml double cream
- Fresh basil and parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve a cup of pasta water before draining.
- In a large deep pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chorizo and fry for 1-2 minutes until crispy.
- Add diced chicken to the pan, cooking for about 4-5 minutes until cooked through.
- Stir in red onion and red pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until softened.
- Mix in minced garlic, followed by chicken stock and double cream. Let simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine pasta with sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Garnish with fresh basil, parsley, and Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg