Creamy Jerk Chicken Rasta Pasta: A Delicious Twist on Comfort Food
Indulge in this creamy jerk chicken rasta pasta that combines spice and comfort in one delicious dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Caribbean
- Diet: Gluten-free (if using gluten-free pasta)
Ingredients
- 12 ounces fettuccine pasta
- 1 pound boneless chicken thighs
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, coat the chicken thighs with jerk seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and add chicken. Cook until browned and cooked through, then remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and bell peppers, sautéing until softened.
- Pour in the heavy cream, stirring until heated through. Return chicken to the skillet and combine with the sauce.
- Add cooked fettuccine to the skillet, tossing everything together. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
Notes
- For extra heat, add additional jerk seasoning to taste.
- Feel free to add other vegetables like spinach or mushrooms.