Rattlesnake Pasta
Rattlesnake Pasta is a bold and flavorful dish that combines tender pasta with spicy, creamy sauce and slices of chicken, garnished with peppers and spices for a kick. This dish is perfect for those who enjoy a little heat in their meals.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 large skillet
- 1 colander
- 1 cooking spoon
- 1 measuring cups and spoons
- 1 knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, sliced into strips
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt salt
- to taste pepper pepper
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- optional fresh parsley, chopped for garnish optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add chopped onion and sauté for about 2-3 minutes until translucent. Add minced garlic, sliced red and green bell peppers, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the peppers are tender.
- Return the chicken to the skillet. Add the heavy cream, chicken broth, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well coated. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined.
- Serve hot with a garnish of fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
For extra heat, consider adding diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce. You can also substitute shrimp for chicken for a seafood variation. Adjust the amount of Cajun seasoning to suit your spice tolerance.