Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Total
35 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Cuisine
Italian-American
Calories
560
The Story
Why this recipe belongs in your week
Roasted red pepper chicken pasta is the kind of recipe that looks restaurant-level while still using familiar weeknight ingredients. Golden chicken, sweet peppers, garlic, parmesan, and pasta make the save promise immediately clear.
In Cubby, it becomes easier to repeat without over-shopping. Save the recipe, note the pasta shape and sauce thickness you liked, then let the grocery list separate pantry staples from the fresh pieces.
Ingredients
4 servings
- 12 oz penne or rigatoni
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 cups roasted red peppers, drained
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- Salt and black pepper
Instructions
Cook the recipe
- 1
Step 1
Cook the pasta
Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
- 2
Step 2
Sear the chicken
Season chicken with Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Sear until golden and cooked through, then rest and slice.
- 3
Step 3
Build the pepper base
Saute roasted red peppers, garlic, and tomato paste in the skillet until jammy and fragrant.
- 4
Step 4
Blend the sauce
Blend the pepper mixture with cream and parmesan until silky, loosening with pasta water as needed.
- 5
Step 5
Toss and serve
Toss pasta with sauce and sliced chicken. Finish with basil, black pepper, and extra parmesan.
Save it before it disappears
Cook this from Cubby tonight.
Send the recipe to Cubby, add it to your meal plan, check what you already have, and turn the rest into a grocery list.
Chef's Tips
Check the pantry before shopping so Cubby only adds the ingredients you actually need.
Save your preferred heat level, pasta shape, or sauce thickness as a note after cooking.
Plan leftovers before serving so an extra portion turns into lunch instead of disappearing in the fridge.
FAQ
Can I make this ahead?
Yes. Cook it fully, cool it quickly, and refrigerate portions for up to four days.
Can I save this recipe to Cubby?
Yes. Use Cubby Cookbook to save the recipe, plan when to cook it, and build the grocery list.
Can I adjust the spice level?
Yes. Start lighter with the spicy ingredient, then add more near the end after tasting.
Nutrition
calories
560
protein
39g
carbohydrates
58g
fat
21g
fiber
4g
sugar
7g
sodium
720mg
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