Best 12 Chipotle Pasta Recipes

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Chipotle pasta is a flavorful and versatile dish that can be easily made at home. The combination of chipotle chiles, tomatoes, and spices creates a rich and smoky sauce that pairs perfectly with pasta. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a dish to impress your guests, chipotle pasta is a great option. With so many different variations to choose from, you're sure to find a recipe that suits your taste.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

PASTA WITH SHRIMP AND CREAMY CHIPOTLE SAUCE



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Plump shrimp are cooked with aromatic fennel, sweet fresh corn, smoky chipotles in adobo, and a splash of cream for good measure in this flavor-packed pasta dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes     Shrimp Recipes

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
12 ounces short pasta, such as mezzi rigatoni, cavatappi, or gemelli
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 head fennel, thinly sliced (1 1/2 cups), fronds reserved
2 1/2 cups fresh corn kernels (from 3 ears)
3 chipotles in adobo, seeded and chopped (1 tablespoon), plus 2 tablespoons sauce
1 pound large shrimp, peeled and deveined
1/3 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until slightly less than al dente, about 2 minutes less than package directions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain.
  • Meanwhile, heat oil in a large straight-sided skillet over medium-high. Add fennel, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until it begins to soften, about 3 minutes. Add corn and chipotles with sauce and cook, stirring, 3 minutes. Add shrimp; cook until just beginning to curl but not completely cooked, about 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Add pasta, reserved pasta water, and cream. Cook, stirring and shaking pan until pasta and shrimp are cooked through and a creamy sauce forms, 1 to 2 minutes more. Season with salt and pepper and serve, garnished with fennel fronds.

CHIPOTLE RANCH CHICKEN AND PASTA SALAD



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Make a lazy-day chicken salad. When dinnertime rolls around, every delicious bite will be ready and waiting.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 box Betty Crocker™ Suddenly Salad® chipotle ranch pasta salad mix
1/2 cup frozen corn
3 tablespoons milk
1/3 cup mayonnaise
2 cups cubed cooked chicken
1/2 cup coarsely chopped tomato
4 medium green onions, sliced (1/4 cup)
Lime wedges, if desired

Steps:

  • Empty Pasta mix into 3-quart saucepan 2/3 full of boiling water. Gently boil uncovered 15 minutes, stirring occasionally and adding corn during last 3 minutes of cooking.
  • Drain pasta with corn; rinse with cold water. Shake to drain well.
  • Meanwhile, in large bowl, stir together seasoning mix and milk until blended. Stir in mayonnaise. Stir in pasta with corn, chicken, tomato and onions. Refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • Serve with lime wedges. Cover; refrigerate any remaining salad.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 480, Carbohydrate 43 g, Cholesterol 70 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 4 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 590 mg, Sugar 6 g, TransFat 0 g

CREAMY CHIPOTLE PASTA WITH SAUSAGE



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After one taste of this rich, spicy sauce, it'll be on your short list for those nights when you need a quick belly warmer. -Simple & Delicious Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound Italian turkey sausage links, cut into 3/4-inch slices
1/2 pound sliced fresh mushrooms
1 medium sweet red pepper, chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon minced chipotle pepper in adobo sauce
2 teaspoons chili powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon dried marjoram
1-1/2 cups heavy whipping cream
1-1/2 cups shredded Mexican cheese blend, divided
2 cups frozen peas
Hot cooked thin spaghetti

Steps:

  • Cook sausage in a large skillet over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Remove and keep warm., Saute mushrooms and red pepper in oil in the same pan until tender. Stir in the brown sugar, chipotle pepper, chili powder, salt and marjoram; cook 1 minute longer., Add cream, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2-3 minutes or until slightly thickened. Reduce heat., Add 1 cup cheese; cook and stir until melted. Stir in sausage and peas; heat through. Serve with spaghetti. Sprinkle with remaining cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 464 calories, Fat 37g fat (20g saturated fat), Cholesterol 121mg cholesterol, Sodium 887mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN PASTA BAKE



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Was in the mood to be creative last night. LOL This what I came up with and my family LOVED it. It is quite hot for me anyway LOL I served it with a Pepper cornbread.You can switch up the cheeses to suit your taste. I added the juice from the chipoltes a teaspoon at a time until I got the heat I wanted , ended up using it all LOL

Provided by wicked cook 46

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 45m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed into bite size pieces
4 sun-dried tomatoes
1/2 cup hot water
2 1/2 cups elbow macaroni (this is the uncooked measure)
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 cup celery, sliced
1 (4 ounce) can chipotle peppers, drained and chopped SAVE the juice
2/3 cup onion, chopped
1 (12 ounce) can corn, drained
4 tablespoons butter
4 tablespoons flour
2 cups milk
1/2 teaspoon cumin
2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
1 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
1/3 cup parmesan cheese
3/4 cup nacho chip, crushed
1/2 cup cheese

Steps:

  • In the 1/2 cup hot water soak the sundried tomatoes until soft, discard water and chop the tomatoes. Chop all other ingredients and shred the cheese.
  • Cook elbow pasta , drain and set aside.While pasta is cooking heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a LARGE skillet and brown chicken until no longer pink and it has a golden colour, remove from pan add extra oil if needed and saute the celery, garlic and onion.
  • Once these are softened remove from pan . Melt butter in same pan , scraping up any brown bits, wisk in flour and cumin and cook until it bubbles and gets a bit foamy , slowly wisk in the milk, cook until it thickens add the cheeses EXCEPT the 1/2 cup listed at the bottom of the recipe. Stir until melted over a low heat add the sundried tomatoes and chilpotles cook for a couple minutes for the flavours to meld. Add the liquid from the canned chilpotles a couple teaspoons at a time to suit your taste. Add pasta, chicken, corn and cooked veggies. Mix well .Pour into a large casserole . I used a 2 quart oval casserole.
  • Top with the crushed nachos and cheese.
  • Bake at 350 for 25 minutes or until bubbly and cheese is melted.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 779.6, Fat 39.5, SaturatedFat 20.8, Cholesterol 122.1, Sodium 737.1, Carbohydrate 70.8, Fiber 9, Sugar 13.4, Protein 39.4

KITCHEN SINK CHIPOTLE & SMOKED MOZZARELLA PASTA SALAD



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This could not be simpler and was a big hit at my daughter's school party today. It really is just a big thrown together bowl of ingredients... which is now how I have to cook with 2 tiny kiddos and no time!

Provided by Liza at Food.com

Categories     Potluck

Time 15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (16 ounce) package pasta (curly or tube)
10 ounces smoked mozzarella cheese
1 (10 ounce) can artichoke hearts
1 (6 -8 ounce) jar sun-dried tomatoes with Italian herbs, in oil (reserve the oil for sauce)
12 ounces grape tomatoes or 12 ounces cherry tomatoes, halved
6 ounces fresh spinach, diced up
chipotle garnishing sauce (use some of the sauce too) or 2 chipotle chiles in adobo, to taste (use some of the sauce too)
coarse salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste
mayonnaise, to taste (optional)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta al dente.
  • Dice up mozzarella, artichoke hearts and sun dried tomatoes (i like to use kitchen shears for the sun dried toms).
  • Toss cooled pasta (don't want to melt the cheese or maybe you do!) with all the other ingredients.
  • Pour reserved sun dried tomato oil (use whatever you need to get it saucy), chipotle sauce (use whatever you desire for spiciness) over pasta, salt and pepper and toss to coat.
  • If you can't find the chipotle garnishing sauce (I can't remember where I found mine and it is almost out!) just use some diced up, about 2, chipotles in adobo sauce or just the adobo sauce and add some mayo, about 1/4 cup to make it creamy and you should be fine. I'm all about shortcuts tho so i hope i can find more!
  • Refrigerate for a couple hours, but I like overnight.
  • Add chopped up spinach before serving at room temperature.
  • Oh and don't forget the salt.i feel that salt really makes the flavors of the chipotles come alive!

PUMPKIN CHIPOTLE PASTA SAUCE



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A little sweet with some heat! This sauce is velvety and gives the look and feel of a rich, fattening sauce. You can adjust the heat by cutting/adding more chipotle to preference...Once served over pasta, you can add Parmesan cheese and red pepper to taste.

Provided by kristincsw

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 tablespoons minced sweet onion
1 clove garlic, minced
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup pumpkin puree
2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, chopped
⅓ cup low-fat milk
1 teaspoon ground sage
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground coriander
1 pinch ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat, and cook and stir the onion and garlic until the onion is translucent, about 3 minutes. Whisk in the chicken broth, and bring to a boil; whisk in the pumpkin puree, chipotle peppers and their sauce, milk, sage, salt, coriander, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Allow sauce to come to a simmer, then lower heat to hold at a simmer until serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Cholesterol 9.7 mg, Fat 3.6 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 866.9 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

CHIPOTLE SHRIMP WITH PASTA



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This is so good! Our supermarket was giving out samples of this and even the kids ate it! Very simple and the flavor is awesome. Serve with some good garlicky Italian bread.

Provided by jovigirl

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

8 ounces bow tie pasta
2 1/2 cups water
1 lb peeled and deveined shrimp
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup chipotle marinade (Lawry's makes one)
4 ounces mushrooms
1/2 cup fresh tomato, diced
1/3 cup green onion, chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon seasoning salt

Steps:

  • Preheat a 2-sided grill (like the Foreman grill). Place pasta and water in large saucepan. Cover and bring to boil over medium-high heat. Remove lid and cook 6-8 minutes, stirring often, until most of the water is absorbed.
  • Place shrimp and cornstarch in a large ziplock bag. Seal and shap to coat shrimp. Add marinade to bag, seal tightly and knead to coat; set aside.
  • Stir remaining ingredients gently into pasta. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Place shrimp on grill, using tongs, and close lid. Grill 3-4 minutes or just until shrimp turn pink. Serve over pasta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.5, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 4.7, Cholesterol 284, Sodium 313.6, Carbohydrate 44.9, Fiber 2.7, Sugar 2.3, Protein 33

INSTANT POT® CREAMY CHIPOTLE CHICKEN PASTA



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It's time that chicken pasta got an upgrade. This ready-in-45-minutes meal eats like an upgraded macaroni and cheese with a Mexican twist, and it's full of flavors your family will love. Get ready to add this creamy, ultra-satisfying Instant Pot® creamy chicken pasta dish to your weekly dinner rotation.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 1h

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 package (20 oz) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut in 1-inch pieces
1 medium red bell pepper, seeded and coarsely chopped (about 1 cup)
1 medium poblano chile, seeded and coarsely chopped (about 3/4 cup)
1 cup chopped onions
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 can (28 oz) Muir Glen™ organic fire roasted crushed tomatoes, undrained
1 1/2 cups Progresso™ chicken broth (from 32-oz carton)
12 oz uncooked penne pasta (3 1/2 cups)
1 package (0.85 oz) Old El Paso™ chipotle chicken slow cooker seasoning mix
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1/2 cup crumbled Cotija cheese
1/4 cup sliced green onions

Steps:

  • On 6-quart Instant Pot®, select SAUTE; adjust to normal. Heat oil in insert. Add chicken; cook 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add bell pepper, poblano chile, onions and garlic; continue to cook 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until vegetables just begin to soften. Select CANCEL.
  • Stir in tomatoes, broth, pasta and seasoning mix. Secure lid; set pressure valve to SEALING. Select MANUAL; cook on high pressure 7 minutes. Select CANCEL. Set pressure valve to VENTING to quick-release pressure.
  • Stir in cream cheese and 1/4 cup of the cilantro until cheese melts. Let stand 5 minutes. Garnish with remaining 1/4 cup cilantro, the Cotija cheese and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 630, Carbohydrate 67 g, Cholesterol 140 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 5 g, Protein 35 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 1040 mg, Sugar 11 g, TransFat 1/2 g

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN PASTA BAKE



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This pasta can be made ahead of time and should serve 8 to 10 people.

Provided by Connie Hain

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h5m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 box penne pasta
3 jar(s) 16 oz jars of alfredo sauce (i use cheesy ragu roasted parmesan)
22 oz grilled & ready fajita chicken strips (i use tyson)
2-3 Tbsp southwest chipotle seasoning (i use tones)
2 c cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • 1. Prepare pasta as directed on package. Cook 2 minutes less than they say. (The pasta will be baked, so it will continue to cook in the oven)
  • 2. While past is cooking... Pour all 3 jars of alfredo sauce in a large bowl, then stir in 2-3 tablespoons of Tones Chipotle Seasoning, 1 cup of cheese and entire bag of fajita chicken strips.
  • 3. Drain pasta and add to the mixture in large bowl. Stir until well coated.
  • 4. Pour into prepared 15 x10 baking dish and top with remaining cheese. Bake at 350 degrees until warmed through and the cheese is bubbly. (remember, the chicken is fully cooked already)

CHIPOTLE CHICKEN PASTA



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Categories     Chicken     Pasta     Sauté     Dinner     Lunch

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 18

1lb rigatoni pasta
1/2 a yellow onion, sliced
2 cloves of garlic, chopped
3 cups of cooked shredded chicken
1/2 cup of shredded parmesan
1 cup of basil leaves
1 cup of heavy whipping cream
Shaved parmesan for garnish
Basil leaves for garnish
For the Sauce
3 whole chipotle peppers
1 tbs chipotle sauce (from the can of whole chipotle peppers)
3 tsp tomato paste
4 tsp vinegar
1 tbs brown sugar
Juice of one lime
2 cloves of garlic
1 tsp corn starch

Steps:

  • 1. Cook the pasta per the package directions, al dente. Set aside. 2. Place all pasta sauce ingredients in a food processor and puree. Set aside. 3. In a saute pan over medium heat, add olive oil, sliced onions, and chopped garlic. When onions and garlic begin to sweat, add the cooked shredded chicken. 4. Pour the chipotle puree and heavy whipping cream over the chicken and let it come to a simmer. 5. When chicken is heated through add the parmesan cheese and fold, until it has melted. 6. Add the cooked rigatoni to the pan. When heated through, turn off the heat and fold in the basil leaves. 7. Garnish the pasta with shaved parmesan and basil leaves.

SHRIMP PASTA WITH CREAMY CHIPOTLE SAUCE RECIPE - (4.1/5)



Shrimp Pasta with Creamy Chipotle Sauce Recipe - (4.1/5) image

Provided by Storie

Number Of Ingredients 15

8 ounces dried pasta, linguine, fettuccine, etc.
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled and minced
1 small bell pepper, cored, seeded, and sliced
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
4 to 5 small fresh plum tomatoes or 10 cherry tomatoes, stem ends and seeds removed and sliced
2 to 3 canned chipotle peppers
1 teaspoon adobo sauce
1 pound peeled large shrimp
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 cups half-and-half, light cream, or evaporated milk
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Boil the pasta in a large sauce pan until al dente, according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside. Heat the oil in a Dutch oven or large frying pan on medium heat and, stirring occasionally, sauté the onions for 2 minutes or until wilted. Stir in the garlic, bell peppers, tomatoes, and cumin. Sauté for an additional 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium-low and stir in the chipotles, shrimps, lemon juice, and half-and-half (or cream or evaporated milk). Simmer until the shrimps are just cooked through, approximately 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the size of shrimps used. Stir in the cilantro. Taste and correct the seasoning by adding salt, pepper, and, if needed, additional chipotle to suit your taste. Return the pasta to the sauce pan in which it was cooked, sprinkle with the grated cheese (if used), and pour the shrimp sauce over it. Toss until well blended and transfer to a serving dish. Serves 4 as a main course.

CHIPOTLE PASTA



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     main-dish

Time 15m

Yield 1 serving

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 ounce olive oil
1 hot link, cut in 6 bias slices
5 (21/25 shrimp), deveined, shelled and butterflied
4 ounces heavy cream
3 ounces Chipotle Sauce, recipe follows
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
9 ounces cooked penne pasta
2 ounces Parmesan, grated
1 tablespoon diced tomato
1 tablespoon diced scallion
1 cup BBQ sauce
1/2 cup canola oil
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/2 ounce Dijon mustard
2 ounces chipotle paste
1/2-ounce red chili flakes
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • In saute pan over high heat, add olive oil and hot links. Sear links until browned. Add the shrimp and cook until pink. Lower heat to medium. Then add cream, chipotle sauce, salt and pepper. Add cooked pasta and the cheese. Toss to combine.
  • Serve in pasta bowl and garnish with diced tomato, scallions, and more grated Parmesan.
  • Combine all ingredients in blender, puree, cover and refrigerate.

Tips:

  • Use high-quality ingredients: Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make a big difference in the taste of your chipotle pasta. Use the best quality pasta you can find, and be sure to use fresh vegetables and herbs.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients: There are many different ways to make chipotle pasta, so don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients and flavors. You can add different vegetables, meats, or cheeses to the recipe, or you can change up the sauce by using different types of peppers or spices.
  • Make sure the pasta is cooked al dente: Al dente pasta is cooked until it is just tender, but still has a slight bite to it. This will help the pasta to hold its shape and prevent it from becoming mushy.
  • Don't overcook the sauce: The chipotle sauce should be simmered for just a few minutes, until it is heated through and the flavors have had a chance to meld. Overcooking the sauce can make it bitter.
  • Serve the pasta immediately: Chipotle pasta is best served immediately after it is made. This will help to prevent the pasta from becoming dry or soggy.

Conclusion:

Chipotle pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. With its smoky, spicy flavor, chipotle pasta is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give chipotle pasta a try. You won't be disappointed!

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