Rattlesnake Pasta
Enjoy this Rattlesnake Pasta for a spicy, flavorful dinner that’s sure to impress!
Ingredients
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoon olive oil divided
- 1 ½ teaspoon Cajun seasoning
- 1 red bell pepper sliced
- 1 green bell pepper sliced
- ½ red onion sliced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2-3 jalapeño peppers sliced
- 4 tablespoon butter
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour
- 2 cups milk or half-and-half
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with Cajun seasoning. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5-7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Add remaining olive oil to the skillet and sauté bell peppers, onion, garlic, and jalapeños for 5 minutes. Remove from skillet.
- Melt butter in the skillet, whisk in flour, and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually whisk in milk. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until thickened. Stir in Parmesan, salt, and black pepper.
- Add pasta, chicken, and vegetables to the sauce. Toss to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with parsley.
Notes
- Adjust the spice level by using more or less jalapeños, or substituting with milder peppers like poblanos.
- For extra flavor, use a combination of Parmesan and Asiago or Romano cheeses in the sauce.
- Add a splash of white wine or chicken broth to the sauce for more depth of flavor.
- Substitute shrimp for the chicken for a seafood version.
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