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Creamy Jalapeno Popper Pasta with Chicken

Transform your favorite appetizer into a main dish with this Creamy Jalapeno Popper Pasta with Chicken. Juicy chicken and perfectly cooked pasta are enveloped in a creamy, slightly spicy, cheesy sauce with a touch of smokiness from bacon. Topped off with extra bacon and jalapeno slices for that addi...
1
30 min
TOTAL TIME
722
CALORIES
$1.83
PER SERVING
Creamy Jalapeno Popper Pasta with Chicken
Directions
8 STEPS
10 min
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
30 min
TOTAL TIME
1
Boil pasta in salted water as per the instructions on the package, reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining. Set aside the cooked pasta.
2
While pasta is boiling, shred the rotisserie chicken and season it with salt and pepper.
3
In a large skillet over medium heat, crisp up your pre-cooked bacon if desired, then remove from the pan, crumble it and set aside.
4
In the same skillet, sauté the chopped jalapenos and minced garlic until tender, about 2-3 minutes.
5
Lower the heat and gradually stir in the shredded Mexican blend cheese and milk. Continue to stir until cheese is fully melted creating a smooth sauce.
6
Mix in the shredded seasoned chicken and half of the crumbled bacon into the cheesy sauce.
7
Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce, adding pasta water if needed to loosen up the sauce to desired consistency.
8
Garnish with the remaining crumbled bacon and jalapeno slices before serving.
Health Info
Macros
45g
CARBS
37g
FAT
50g
PROTEIN
Contains these allergens
MILK
WHEAT
Frequently Asked Questions
My jalapeno chicken is always too spicy, how can I control the heat?
Why is my chicken always undercooked?
Should I marinate my chicken for jalapeno chicken, and how long should I do it for?
Can I use other types of peppers for this dish?
My sauce always turns out too runny, what am I doing wrong?
Can I make Jalapeno Chicken in a slow cooker?
Can I use bone-in chicken for this recipe?
What goes well with Jalapeno Chicken?
What can I use as a substitute for jalapenos in this dish?
Can I make Jalapeno Chicken ahead of time?