Pasta cremosa con pollo BBQ

Ingredienti

• 1 1/2 pounds chicken breasts
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and cracked black pepper (to taste)
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 medium yellow onion (chopped)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1, 15- ounce can fire-roasted diced tomatoes
• 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
• 1/2 cup BBQ sauce
• 1 pound cooked penne pasta
• 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or cheddar blend)

Preparazione

1. 1

   In a medium mixing bowl, season chicken breast chunks and set aside.

2. 2

   Heat olive oil in a 12-inch cast-iron or heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent then add the garlic and cook an additional minute until fragrant.

3. 3

   Add the chicken breasts and cook until almost cooked through.

4. 4

   Add the BBQ sauce, fire-roasted tomatoes, cream, and chicken broth, and stir with a wooden spoon. Season the sauce with additional salt and pepper to taste.

5. 5

   Cook the sauce until the cream cheese is melted and the sauce has thickened. Stir in the pasta and 1 cup of shredded cheese. Taste the pasta to make sure you are pleased with the seasoning.

6. 6

   Finish the pasta with the remaining shredded cheese and garnish with more BBQ sauce and chopped green onions. Allow the pasta to cool for about 10 minutes and enjoy!