Best 7 Creamy Guajillo Chicken Pasta Recipes

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Indulge in a tantalizing culinary journey with our creamy guajillo chicken pasta, a delectable dish that bursts with bold flavors and vibrant colors. This recipe combines the richness of guajillo peppers, the tender texture of chicken, and the comforting embrace of pasta, creating a harmonious symphony of tastes. Guajillo peppers, known for their smoky and slightly sweet undertones, lend a unique depth to the creamy sauce, while succulent chicken pieces add a hearty protein element. Nestled amidst the creamy sauce and tender chicken are vibrant bell peppers, adding a delightful crunch and a pop of color. This exquisite dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more.

In addition to the main recipe, this article also offers a delightful collection of complementary recipes to enhance your culinary experience. Treat yourself to the zesty flavors of our homemade guajillo pepper sauce, a versatile condiment that adds a spicy kick to any dish. Discover the art of preparing authentic Mexican rice, a fluffy and flavorful side dish that perfectly complements the creamy guajillo chicken pasta. And for a refreshing finish, indulge in our refreshing cucumber salad, a light and tangy accompaniment that balances the richness of the main course. With these recipes at your fingertips, you can create a complete and satisfying meal that will impress your family and friends.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

CREAMY GARLIC CHICKEN PASTA



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Farfalle pasta tossed with a creamy garlic sauce and chicken.

Provided by Misti Jackson

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Pasta     Chicken

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 (16 ounce) package farfalle (bow tie) pasta
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
2 tablespoons butter
2 small onions, chopped
1 (4 ounce) can mushroom pieces and stems, drained
¼ cup butter
¼ cup all-purpose flour
2 ½ cups milk
1 ½ teaspoons crushed garlic
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Cook farfalle at a boil, stirring occasionally, until cooked through yet firm to the bite, about 12 minutes; drain and pour farfalle back into pot.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat; cook chicken in the hot oil until no longer pink in the center and juices run clear, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer chicken to a cutting board and slice into thin strips.
  • Melt 2 tablespoons butter into the same skillet; cook and stir onions in the melted butter until transparent, 5 to 10 minutes. Stir mushrooms and chicken strips into onions; cook until heated through, about 5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat.
  • Heat 1/4 cup butter in a large skillet; stir flour into melted butter until dissolved, about 1 minute. Slowly whisk milk into flour mixture until smooth; add garlic, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil for 1 minute; reduce heat.
  • Stir chicken mixture and garlic sauce into farfalle; cook and stir over medium-low heat until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 561.2 calories, Carbohydrate 66.5 g, Cholesterol 83.4 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 30.9 g, SaturatedFat 9.8 g, Sodium 247.9 mg, Sugar 8.6 g

CREAMY CAJUN CHICKEN PASTA



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Creamy Cajun Chicken Pasta is such a simple and quick recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners. Juicy chicken breast tossed with tender pasta in a creamy cajun garlic sauce, ready in 30 minutes.

Provided by Valentina Ablaev

Categories     Easy

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 oz linguine pasta
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
2 tsp olive oil
2 Tbsp unsalted butter
2 Tbsp cajun seasoning (divided)
3 garlic cloves (minced)
2/3 cup diced tomatoes
1 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
2 Tbsp parsley (finely chopped, to serve)

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 1 Tbsp salt. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water then drain, cover, and keep warm.
  • Beat the chicken breasts so that they are even in thickness and season all over with 1½ Tbsp cajun seasoning.
  • In a large non-reactive skillet*, heat 2 tsp oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the chicken and sear on both sides. Turn heat down to low and saute until cooked through and 165˚F on a thermometer. Transfer to a cutting board, slice into thin strips, and cover to keep warm.
  • In the same skillet over medium heat, saute the butter and garlic for 30-60 seconds or until the garlic is fragrant. Add the diced tomatoes and saute another 2 minutes.
  • Add in the heavy whipping cream, remaining cajun seasoning, and parmesan cheese, and bring to a simmer. Season to taste if needed.
  • Add the sliced chicken and cooked pasta to the sauce and toss until combined and pasta and chicken are warmed through. Add warm reserved pasta water if desired to thin the sauce. Serve with freshly grated parmesan and chopped parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 kcal, Carbohydrate 33 g, Protein 18 g, Fat 31 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 123 mg, Sodium 202 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 11 g, ServingSize 1 serving

CREAMY GUAJILLO CHICKEN PASTA



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A guajillo pepper sauce gives your go-to chicken a spicy kick. Serve over hot pasta and top with cheese and green onions for an easy weeknight dish.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 37m

Yield Makes 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-1/2 cups guajillo salsa
4 oz. (1/2 of 8-oz. pkg.) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, cubed, softened
6 small boneless skinless chicken breasts (1-1/2 lb.)
2 red peppers, cut into strips
1 cup frozen corn
3/4 lb. spaghetti, uncooked
1/2 cup KRAFT Shredded Low-Moisture Part-Skim Mozzarella Cheese
2 Tbsp. KRAFT Grated Parmesan Cheese
3 green onions, chopped

Steps:

  • Blend salsa and cream cheese in blender until smooth.
  • Cook chicken in large nonstick skillet sprayed with cooking spray on medium heat 2 min. on each side or until browned on both sides. Remove from skillet; cover to keep warm. Add peppers and corn to skillet; cook and stir 3 min. Stir in cream cheese mixture; top with chicken. Cover; cook on medium-low heat 20 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF). Meanwhile, cook spaghetti as directed on package.
  • Drain spaghetti; place on large platter. Top with mozzarella, chicken and cream cheese sauce. Sprinkle with Parmesan and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 560, Fat 17 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 100 mg, Sodium 660 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 39 g

CREAMY CHICKEN AND PASTA



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Rich, flavorful and laced with wine, this creamy chicken pasta is a family favorite. No one ever guesses it's so quick and easy! -Elaine Moser, Spokane, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 5 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 cups uncooked penne pasta
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup sliced green onions
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/3 cup water
1 cup heavy whipping cream
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
Shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add wine or broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes., Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually add to mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through. , Drain pasta. Add the pasta, chicken, capers, salt and pepper to cream sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431 calories, Fat 25g fat (14g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 420mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

CREAMY ONE-POT PASTA WITH CHICKEN AND MUSHROOMS



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Cooking pasta the way you would make risotto may sound new and hip. But it's at least old enough to have been demonstrated to me in Rome in 1976, and I imagine as old as pasta itself. In this method, the liquid is minimized: there's no need for a gallon per pound of pasta. The liquid is added gradually to the pasta, which absorbs it completely and thereby retains its starch. This makes the pasta creamy and rich; it also gains the flavor of the stock. You can use pretty much any pasta shape you like, but timing will vary depending on size. This approach may seem like more work than making pasta in the ordinary way. But as the making of the "sauce" is integrated into the pasta-cooking, it really becomes a one-dish meal - as interesting as risotto, and even a bit quicker. Here is a combination of gemelli with mushrooms and chicken to get you started.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, one pot, pastas, main course

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons olive oil, more as needed
1 shallot or small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
2 cups crimini, shiitake or button mushrooms, cleaned, trimmed and sliced
1/2 pound cut pasta like gemelli or penne, or long pasta broken into bits
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 cup dry white wine or water
3 to 4 cups chicken or vegetable stock
2 boneless chicken thighs, diced
Chopped fresh parsley, optional
Freshly grated Parmesan, optional

Steps:

  • Put 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large, deep skillet over medium heat. When hot, add shallot, garlic and mushrooms. Cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms soften and begin to brown on edges, about 10 minutes. Add pasta and cook, stirring occasionally, until it is glossy and coated with oil, 2 to 3 minutes. Add a little salt and pepper, then wine. Stir and let liquid bubble away.
  • Ladle stock into skillet 1/2 cup or so at a time, stirring after each addition and every minute or so. When liquid is just about evaporated, add more. Mixture should be neither soupy nor dry. Keep heat at medium and stir frequently.
  • Begin tasting pasta 10 minutes after you add it; you want it to be tender but with a tiny bit of crunch. When pasta is about 3 to 4 minutes away from being done, add chicken and stir to combine. Continue to cook until chicken is done - it will be white on inside when cut - and pasta is how you like it. Taste, adjust seasoning, garnish with parsley and Parmesan if using, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 558, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 56 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 999 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams, TransFat 0 grams

CREAMY CHICKEN PASTA



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Try our crowd-pleasing creamy chicken pasta for your next family meal. It's packed with flavour and is easy for anyone to make, including children

Provided by Monaz Dumasia

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 9

300g dried penne
2 tsp olive oil
1 garlic clove, crushed
75g baby spinach leaves
250g soft cheese
25g parmesan
4 cooked chicken breasts (about 450g), shredded with a fork
100g frozen peas
small bunch of parsley or basil, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook the pasta following pack instructions. Reserve 100ml of the water and drain the pasta in a colander.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a frying pan on a medium heat and fry the garlic and spinach for 3 mins until wilted. Add the soft cheese and heat until melted. Stir in most of the parmesan, then add the shredded chicken, peas and some of the pasta water. Bring to the boil and bubble for 2-3 mins until the chicken and peas are completely heated through.
  • Add the pasta and stir until combined. Add more pasta water to loosen the sauce, if needed. Remove from heat, sprinkle over the remaining parmesan and parsley or basil to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 668 calories, Fat 24 grams fat, SaturatedFat 13 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 59 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 5 grams sugar, Fiber 6 grams fiber, Protein 51 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

GUAJILLO-ROASTED CHICKEN



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No guajillo peppers on hand? No problem. This roasted chicken gets its robust flavor from guajillo chile pepper powder, annatto paste and a touch of honey.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 45m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup KRAFT Zesty Italian Dressing
1 Tbsp. guajillo chile pepper powder
1/2 tsp. annatto paste
1 whole chicken (4 lb.), quartered
2 Tbsp. honey

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425ºF.
  • Mix first 3 ingredients until blended. Pour half over chicken in bowl; turn to evenly coat both sides of each piece. Stir honey into remaining dressing mixture.
  • Cover rimmed baking sheet with foil; spray with cooking spray. Place chicken, skin sides up, on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake 30 to 35 min. or until chicken is done (165ºF), brushing with remaining dressing mixture for the last 10 min. Cut into smaller pieces to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 80 mg, Sodium 270 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 25 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe guajillo chiles. This will give your pasta a richer flavor.
  • Toast the guajillo chiles before using them. This will help to bring out their flavor and make them more fragrant.
  • Use a high-quality chicken broth. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your pasta.
  • Cook the pasta al dente. This means that it should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to it.
  • Add the cooked chicken and vegetables to the sauce just before serving. This will help to prevent them from overcooking.
  • Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Conclusion:

This creamy guajillo chicken pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The guajillo chiles give the pasta a slightly spicy and smoky flavor, while the cream and cheese make it rich and creamy. The chicken and vegetables add protein and texture to the dish. This pasta is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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