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Creamy Jamaican Rasta Pasta with Jerk Chicken

A close-up of creamy Rasta pasta tossed with seasoned chicken pieces and colorful bell pepper strips on a white plate.
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Make a vibrant and spicy Rasta Pasta featuring tender jerk chicken, colorful bell peppers, and a rich, creamy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound penne pasta
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (13.5 ounce) can full-fat coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream or cream cheese
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set aside.
  2. While the pasta cooks, season the chicken pieces generously with jerk seasoning, salt, and pepper.
  3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set it aside.
  4. Add the chopped onion and all the sliced bell peppers to the same skillet. Sauté for 5 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
  5. Add the minced garlic and dried thyme to the vegetables. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Pour in the coconut milk and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low.
  7. Stir in the heavy cream (or cream cheese) until the sauce is smooth and slightly thickened. If using, stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Return the cooked chicken and the drained pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are fully coated in the creamy sauce.
  9. Heat through for 1-2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For a vegetarian version, substitute the chicken with chickpeas or firm tofu seasoned with jerk spice.
  • Adjust the amount of jerk seasoning based on its heat level and your preference for spice.
  • If you prefer a thinner sauce, add a splash of reserved pasta water when combining the sauce and pasta.

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Find it online: https://whiskdaily.com/rasta-pasta-recipe-jerk-chicken-creamy/