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Chicken Jerk Pasta


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  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Non-Vegetarian

Description

A delightful blend of jerk spices and creamy pasta that tantalizes the taste buds.


Ingredients

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  • 1 pound chicken breast, diced
  • 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
  • 8 ounces pasta (your choice)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • Fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken with jerk seasoning and marinate for 10 minutes.
  2. Boil the pasta until al dente, then drain.
  3. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and cook the marinated chicken until browned and cooked through.
  4. Add garlic and heavy cream, then toss in the cooked pasta.
  5. Mix everything thoroughly, allowing the sauce to meld with the pasta.
  6. Serve garnished with fresh parsley or cilantro.

Notes

For a creamier sauce, add cream cheese or mascarpone just before serving. Adjust the jerk seasoning based on spice preference.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Sautéing and boiling
  • Cuisine: Caribbean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg