When it comes to satisfying comfort food, few dishes hit the spot quite like chicken chili fettuccine. This delectable recipe combines the flavors of hearty chili, tender chicken, and al dente fettuccine pasta to create a dish that is both flavorful and filling. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner or a hearty meal to warm you up on a cold day, chicken chili fettuccine is sure to hit the spot. With its blend of savory spices, juicy chicken, and creamy chili sauce, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
CHICKEN CHILI
Get yourself through the week with Ina Garten's Chicken Chili recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network; it's low in calories but high in flavor.
Provided by Ina Garten
Categories main-dish
Time 2h
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Cook the onions in the oil over medium-low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until translucent. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the bell peppers, chili powder, cumin, red pepper flakes, cayenne, and salt. Cook for 1 minute. Crush the tomatoes by hand or in batches in a food processor fitted with a steel blade (pulse 6 to 8 times). Add to the pot with the basil. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Rub the chicken breasts with olive oil and place them on a baking sheet. Sprinkle generously with salt and pepper. Roast the chicken for 35 to 40 minutes, until just cooked. Let cool slightly. Separate the meat from the bones and skin and cut it into 3/4-inch chunks. Add to the chili and simmer, uncovered, for another 20 minutes. Serve with the toppings, or refrigerate and reheat gently before serving.
CHICKEN CHILI FETTUCCINE
This pasta dish features ingredients mild enough for kids, but tasty enough for grown-ups. The dish also works well for company. Cindy Cohen of Alta Loma, California writes, "Not only is it tasty, it has nice and colorful presentation."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 5 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute chicken in oil until no longer pink. Add mushrooms and onion; saute 2-3 minutes longer or until onion is tender. , Sprinkle with flour; cook and stir for 1 minute. Stir in tomatoes and chilies. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes or until thickened. , Drain fettuccine; toss with butter. Serve with chicken mixture; sprinkle with cheese if desired.
Nutrition Facts :
CHICKEN FETTUCCINE ALFREDO
Classic and easy to make, this version of Alfredo doesn't use flour to thicken the sauce. Instead, it relies on a slight simmer and a heavy dose of cheese.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil, and salt generously. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente (tender but still slightly firm). Drain and toss with a splash of oil.
- Meanwhile, slice the chicken into 1/4-inch-thick strips, and lay them on a plate or a sheet of waxed paper. Season with salt and pepper.
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add 2 tablespoons of the butter. When the butter melts, raise the heat to medium-high and add the chicken in 1 layer. Cook, without moving the pieces, until the underside has browned, 1 to 2 minutes. Flip the pieces, and cook until browned and cooked through, 2 to 3 minutes more. Transfer the chicken to a medium bowl.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Add the remaining 6 tablespoons butter. Scrape the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits. When the butter has mostly melted, whisk in the cream and nutmeg and bring to a simmer, then cook for 2 minutes. Lower the heat to keep the sauce just warm.
- Whisk the Parmigiano-Reggiano into the sauce. Add the chicken and cooked pasta and toss well. Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot in heated bowls.
CHICKEN TEQUILA FETTUCCINI
This dish is wonderfully different.
Provided by Behr
Categories Main Dish Recipes Pasta Chicken
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- In a medium saucepan, saute the cilantro, garlic and jalapeno pepper in 2 tablespoons of butter or margarine over medium heat for 4 to 5 minutes. Add the stock, tequila and lime juice. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook until reduced to a paste-like consistency. Set aside.
- Pour soy sauce over the chicken and set aside for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, In a medium sized skillet, saute the onion and the red, green and yellow bell peppers with the remaining tablespoon of butter or margarine, stirring occasionally.
- Meanwhile, cook fettuccini according to package directions.
- When the peppers have wilted, add the chicken and soy sauce. Toss and add the reserved tequila/lime paste and cream. Bring to a boil. Gently simmer until chicken is cooked through and sauce is thick. Toss with well drained fettuccini and garnish with cilantro. Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 922.6 calories, Carbohydrate 71.1 g, Cholesterol 227.5 mg, Fat 46.1 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 49.4 g, SaturatedFat 26.5 g, Sodium 1093.1 mg, Sugar 4.6 g
HOMEMADE CHICKEN FETTUCCINE
This chicken alfredo recipe is really unique as it doesn't use a thickening agent, and is very versatile!
Provided by Torrerizor
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Pasta Sauce Recipes Creamy Alfredo Pasta Sauce Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add fettuccine and cook for 8 to 10 minutes or until al dente; drain.
- In a large skillet, brown chicken and mushrooms in butter until chicken is cooked through. Season with garlic salt and pepper. Add whipping cream and cook until thick, stirring constantly. Add parmesan cheese when at desired consistency. Serve over noodles.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 790.7 calories, Carbohydrate 46.3 g, Cholesterol 244.6 mg, Fat 43.9 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 53.3 g, SaturatedFat 25.9 g, Sodium 723.3 mg, Sugar 3 g
SWEET CHILLI AND CHICKEN SAUCE FOR PASTA
Make and share this Sweet Chilli and Chicken Sauce for Pasta recipe from Food.com.
Provided by JustJanS
Categories Sauces
Time 30m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a pan over medium heat, add the onion and garlic and cook until softened.
- Add the chicken and cook until the chicken has all turned white, add the capsicums and cook a couple of minutes more, stirring.
- Add all the remaining ingredients except the parsley, then cook about 5 minutes more, until thickened a little.
- Serve over your favourite pasta (or rice) sprinkled with the parsley.
ONE-POT GREEN CHILE CHICKEN PASTA
This delicious, cheesy green chile pasta comes together in one pot and is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Entree
Time 30m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In 5-quart Dutch oven, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion; cook 3 to 4 minutes or until tender and starting to brown. Stir in garlic; cook about 30 seconds or until fragrant.
- Add water, salsa verde, green chiles, uncooked pasta and taco seasoning mix; heat to simmering. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook uncovered 13 to 18 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of liquid has been absorbed.
- Stir in cream cheese and 3/4 cup of the shredded cheese until melted. Stir in chicken; cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly, until heated through. Top with remaining 1/4 cup shredded cheese, the cilantro, tomatoes and green onion before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 440, Carbohydrate 40 g, Cholesterol 75 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 25 g, SaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 820 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 1/2 g
CHICKEN & VEGETABLE FETTUCCINE
This is very simple to make when you have cooked a whole chicken and have leftovers. My boys always loved this comfort food, especially after a busy day of hockey! It's nice with a side salad and breadsticks.-Andrea Bergen, Altona, Manitoba
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook fettuccine according to package directions. Drain fettuccine; toss with 3 tablespoons butter., Meanwhile, in a large saucepan, heat remaining butter over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir 2-3 minutes or until tender. Stir in flour until blended; gradually whisk in broth, cream, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly; cook 8-10 minutes or until thickened, stirring occasionally., Stir in vegetables; return just to a boil. Stir in chicken; heat through. Serve with fettucine. Freeze option: Do not cook fettuccine. Freeze cooled chicken mixture in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Prepare fettuccine as directed. Place chicken mixture in a saucepan or skillet; cook over medium-low heat until heated through, stirring occasionally. (Sauce may appear curdled initially, but will become smooth upon heating.) Serve with buttered fettuccine.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 565 calories, Fat 29g fat (17g saturated fat), Cholesterol 114mg cholesterol, Sodium 954mg sodium, Carbohydrate 52g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices will give your chicken chili fettuccine the best flavor. Avoid using canned or frozen ingredients whenever possible.
- Brown the chicken before adding it to the chili: Browning the chicken will give it a nice caramelized flavor and help to keep it moist.
- Use a variety of chili peppers: Different chili peppers will give your chili a different flavor and heat level. Use a combination of mild, medium, and hot peppers to create a chili that is flavorful but not too spicy.
- Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes: Simmering the chili will allow the flavors to develop and meld together. The longer you simmer the chili, the better it will taste.
- Serve the chili over fettuccine noodles: Fettuccine noodles are a great choice for this dish because they are hearty and can hold up to the thick chili.
- Top the chili with your favorite toppings: Shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions are all great toppings for chicken chili fettuccine.
Conclusion:
Chicken chili fettuccine is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious chili that your family and friends will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy dinner idea, give chicken chili fettuccine a try.
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