Spicy Chicken Pasta Recipe

Learn how to make spicy chicken pasta with blackened chicken and a spicy tomato cream sauce. It's one of the best chicken pasta recipes!

📝 Ingredients

• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
• Pinch ground black pepper
• 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast (approximately 2 chicken breasts)
• 1 Tablespoon butter
• 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
• 2 medium garlic cloves (minced)
• 1/2 - 1 teaspoon red chili flakes (depending on spice preference)*
• 8 sun-dried tomatoes (diced, use the kind packed in oil)
• 1 cup water
• 2 Tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 1/2 teaspoons Better Than Bouillon Roasted Chicken Base**
• 1/4 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 4 ounces cream cheese (1/2 brick)
• 1/2 pound linguine (227 grams)
• Fresh parsley (for serving)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Start to bring a large pot of salted...: Start to bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
2. 2In a small bowl, combine the olive oil,...: In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, paprika, onion powder, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, fine sea salt, and black pepper and mix.
3. 3Using a sharp knife, butterfly the chicken all...: Using a sharp knife, butterfly the chicken all the way through (do this by cutting the chicken horizontally to make two even filets). Coat the chicken in the oil and spice blend.
4. 4Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat....: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. When the skillet is hot, turn the heat down to medium. Add the chicken and cook for approximately 2 - 3 minutes per side, or until the chicken is just cooked through and the internal temperature reads 165 F on a meat thermometer. Remove the chicken from the pan, and add the butter to the flavorful bits left behind.
5. 5Once the chicken is finished cooking and the...: Once the chicken is finished cooking and the water is boiling, cook the pasta according to the package instructions until it is al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup of the starchy pasta water.
6. 6Add the onion to the buttered skillet and...: Add the onion to the buttered skillet and saute for about 5 minutes, or until it’s translucent. Mix in the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and red chili flakes, and saute for 2 minutes (or until it’s aromatic).
7. 7Add in the water, tomato paste, and chicken...: Add in the water, tomato paste, and chicken bouillon. Stir until the tomato paste and bouillon have dissolved into the water.
8. 8Stir in the parmesan cheese and cream cheese...: Stir in the parmesan cheese and cream cheese until it’s fully melted.
9. 9Using pasta tongs, toss the pasta in the...: Using pasta tongs, toss the pasta in the sauce. Add some of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency, then toss again to combine.
10. 10Slice the chicken into thin strips.
11. 11Serve the pasta with chicken on top. Sprinkle...: Serve the pasta with chicken on top. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and additional parmesan if desired.