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    Cheesecake Factory Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

    by Joe Duff 6 Comments

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    This Cheesecake Factory spicy chicken chipotle pasta recipe is so good that you won't believe it's not from the restaurant! A delicious spicy chipotle cream sauce combines with chicken and veggies to make an entrée that will keep you coming back for more. Not to mention, the best part is that everything cooks in one pan and it's done in under 30 minutes!

    A bowl with Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta and asparagus topped with parmesan cheese.

    Table of Contents

    • THE BEST SPICY CHICKEN CHIPOTLE PASTA
      • Ingredients
      • How to Make Cheesecake Factory Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta
        • Step 1: Cooking the Asparagus
        • Step 2: Cook the Pasta
        • Step 3: Prepare the Chicken
        • Step 4: Cook the Veggies
        • Step 5: Cook the Chicken
        • Step 6: Make the Chipotle Parmesan Cream Sauce
        • Step 7: Completing the Dish
      • How to Store Spicy Chipotle Chicken Pasta
        • How to Reheat Spicy Chipotle Chicken Pasta
      • Wrapping It All Up
    • More Pasta Recipes
    • Cheesecake Factory Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta
      • Ingredients
      • Instructions
      • Nutrition
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    THE BEST SPICY CHICKEN CHIPOTLE PASTA

    This spicy chicken chipotle pasta is a popular Cheesecake Factory menu item that tastes even better at home.

    And, honestly, it's one of my favorite pasta recipes ever. It has so many delicious components that compliment each other so, so well, and it's impossible to have just one plate of it.

    I mean, there's juicy pan-seared chicken, pasta noodles, asparagus, and a creamy pasta sauce that is filled with flavor and a spicy kick. What's not to love?!

    And it's a great dish to serve for a family dinner or if you're hosting guests since it makes a nice amount of pasta. Plus, everyone will absolutely love it - atleast they do when I make it - and I can almost guarantee that they'll think it came straight from the restaurant! 

    Now, a great thing about this Cheesecake Factory copycat recipe is that it's a "complete dish". So you don’t need to make any additional sides to serve it with as it already has pasta and asparagus.

    With that said, if you do want to make something to serve alongside your spicy chicken chipotle pasta, this Little Ceasars cheesy bread is a great choice.

    An overhead view of a bowl with Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta and asparagus topped with parmesan cheese.

    Ingredients

    Before we dive into the ingredients, don't let the long list intimidate you.

    Most of the ingredients to make this copycat spicy chicken chipotle pasta recipe are probably already in your pantry.

    Anyway, here's what you'll need to make this recipe:

    • 8-10 Asparagus spears
    • 17oz. Penne Pasta
    • 2 Chicken Breasts, cut into chunks
    • Salt and pepper
    • 2 tbsp. Olive Oil
    • ½ onion, chopped
    • ½ yellow pepper, chopped
    • 1 garlic clove, chopped
    • ¼ cup Lemon Juice
    • ¼ cup Honey
    • 1 cup Heavy Cream
    • 2 tbsp. Canned Adobo Peppers
    • 2 cups Frozen Peas
    • ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded

    See, not too bad, right?

    Now, the pasta you choose for this recipe doesn’t necessarily need to be penne, but I recommend you use short pasta because it pairs better with all of the components of the dish. But it’s honestly up to you.

    The flavor won’t be affected in any way if you use a different shape of pasta.

    Also, if you want to make a vegetarian version, you can just skip the chicken. It will still be a very good and balanced meal as it has a bunch of delicious veggies. Or try making our fried polenta to add a delicious crunch and some protein to the dish.

    By the way, the adobo peppers are what bring the heat to this dish, so if you want to make the spicy chicken chipotle pasta less spicy, just use a bit less of 'em.

    A side view of a bowl with Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta and asparagus topped with parmesan cheese.

    How to Make Cheesecake Factory Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

    Despite the long ingredients list, this copycat Cheesecake Factory spicy chicken chipotle pasta is actually pretty easy to prepare.

    And the best part is you don’t need any special skills! All you need is a pot, a wooden spoon, and a skillet. How easy does that sound?!

    Also, just so you know, this recipe makes 4 delicious servings and stores well in case you have leftovers.  So don't be afraid to double or triple this Cheesecake Factory pasta recipe!

    Now, without further ado, let's get into the recipe and make spicy chipotle chicken pasta!

    Step 1: Cooking the Asparagus

    First, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add the asparagus spears to it.

    Then cook the asparagus in the boiling water for 5 minutes, or until they're bright green and tender - set them aside.

    A deep pot with boiling water and a slottes spoon dishing out the bright green cooked asparagus.

    Step 2: Cook the Pasta

    In the same pot you used to cook the asparagus - or in a different pot simultaneously - cook the pasta according to package instructions.

    Also, since this is a creamy sauce recipe, you'll want to cook the pasta al dente - or slightly - undercooked so it holds the sauce. But, if you like it a bit softer, just cook for 1-2 extra minutes.

    Step 3: Prepare the Chicken

    While the pasta is cooking, season the cubed chicken with salt and pepper (if you did the prep work, you'll already have this cut into 1-inch cubes).

    Now, rub the seasoning into all of the pieces of chicken, and make sure they are all equally coated in it. Then, set the chicken aside.

    A hot skillet on a burner with chopped yellow peppers, onions, and garlic.

    Step 4: Cook the Veggies

    Next, add olive oil to a skillet and heat it to medium-high. Then, once it’s hot, add the chopped onion and cook for a couple of minutes.

    Now add the garlic to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant. Lastly, add the yellow pepper and cook until the onion is translucent and the veggies are slightly softened.

    A hot, steaming skillet with a mix of chicken, yellow peppers, onions, and garlic cooking.

    Step 5: Cook the Chicken

    Next, add the chicken to the same skillet with the veggies and cook until it’s brown on every side and cooked through. Also, when you're cooking the chicken, let it cook for about 5 minutes without moving it. Then, flip it around, and cook for another 3-5 minutes.

    A bowl full of heavy cream is pouring into a skillet with chicken, peas, onions, yellow peppers, and garlic.

    Step 6: Make the Chipotle Parmesan Cream Sauce

    Once the chicken is cooked, it's time to make the chipotle parmesan cream sauce. In the same skillet add the lemon juice, honey, heavy cream, canned adobo peppers, and frozen peas.

    As I mentioned earlier, the adobo peppers are very spicy. To avoid the sauce from being too spicy, add the peppers in little by little and taste the sauce between each addition.

    Now cook the sauce for 5 minutes to let it slightly thicken.

    Step 7: Completing the Dish

    Once the sauce has cooked, add the cooked pasta and stir everything to combine. Make sure the pasta is completely covered in sauce.

    Then serve the pasta in a bowl with the cooked asparagus and parmesan cheese on top. Enjoy!

    A wooden spoon with a scoop of Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta. A skillet is below full of the remaining Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta.

    How to Store Spicy Chipotle Chicken Pasta

    As I mentioned earlier, this spicy chicken chipotle pasta will make about 4 servings. And since it stores so well, you might want to try to save some!

    If you have some spicy chicken pasta left, allow it to fully cool and then store it in an air-tight container. It will keep in the fridge for about 4 days.

    Remember not to leave it out too long - store it right when it cools down.

    A spoon is spinkling parmesan cheese over a bowl with Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta and asparagus.

    How to Reheat Spicy Chipotle Chicken Pasta

    My favorite way to reheat this spicy chipotle chicken pasta is in a skillet. It slightly crisps up the noodles and gives them a similar texture to this fried spaghetti that is just so good. 

    To reheat on the stovetop, put a skillet over medium heat and add a dash of olive oil to it. Then heat the pasta by moving it around the pan for about 3-5 minutes - or until it's warm.

    However, you can also reheat this pasta in the microwave, or even in the oven.

    An overhead view of Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta with asparagus served on the side and parmesan sprinkled on top.

    Wrapping It All Up

    This copycat spicy chicken chipotle Cheesecake Factory recipe is such a mouth-watering dish that everyone will love.

    It has simple ingredients and steps that will make you the favorite cook in the house. And in less than 30 minutes you'll have a complete dinner for you and the family to enjoy!

    And, of course, the best part is that this is a one pan pasta recipe so cleanup is an absolute breeze.

    Anyway, if you try this recipe let us know what you think in the comments below!

    More Pasta Recipes

    If you found this spicy chicken chipotle pasta delicious, we have some more pasta recipes on the blog that I think you'll enjoy!

    Give one of these a try next:

    • Cheesecake Factory pasta carbonara
    • Cheesecake Factory four cheese pasta
    • Chicken and shrimp alfredo
    • Olive Garden chicken and shrimp carbonara
    • Bahama Breeze jerk chicken pasta

    Oh, and as always, check out our Youtube channel and Instagram for even more delicious recipes just like this one.

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    Cheesecake Factory Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

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    ★★★★★

    5 from 6 reviews

    This Cheesecake Factory Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta is so good that you won't believe it's not from the restaurant! A delicious spicy chipotle cream sauce combines chicken and veggies into an entrée that will keep you wanting more. The best part is everything cooks in one pan and you can have this mouth-watering dish done in under 30 minutes!

    • Author: Brendan Cunningham
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 20 minutes
    • Total Time: 30 minutes
    • Yield: 4 servings 1x
    • Category: Dinner
    • Method: Stovetop
    • Cuisine: Cheesecake Factory

    Ingredients

    Scale

    8-10 Asparagus spears

    17oz. (500g) Penne Pasta

    2 Chicken Breasts, cut into chunks

    Salt and pepper

    2 tbsp. Olive Oil

    ½ onion, chopped

    ½ yellow pepper, chopped

    1 garlic clove, chopped

    ¼ cup Lemon Juice

    ¼ cup Honey

    1 cup Heavy Cream

    2 tbsp. Canned Adobo Peppers

    2 cups Frozen Peas

    ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded

    Instructions

    1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil and add the asparagus. Boil for 5 minutes, or until bright green and reserve.
    2. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions.
    3. Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
    4. Heat a skillet to medium-high and add the olive oil. Once it’s hot add the chopped onion, garlic, yellow pepper, and cook until the onion starts to get translucent.
    5. Add the chicken and cook until it’s brown on every side.
    6. Add the lemon juice, honey, heavy cream, canned adobo peppers and frozen peas.
    7. Cook for 5 more minutes and add the pasta. Stir to combine.
    8. Serve the pasta with asparagus and parmesan cheese.

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving
    • Calories: 344
    • Fat: 19
    • Carbohydrates: 21
    • Protein: 18

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    1. Ken

      June 11, 2022 at 2:07 pm

      Sofa king good.

      ★★★★★

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    2. Molly

      June 11, 2022 at 8:36 pm

      Fav recipe at Cheesecake and loved this homemade one.

      ★★★★★

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    3. Rebecca

      June 12, 2022 at 2:10 pm

      Wow all I can say is wow. So good.

      ★★★★★

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    4. Rach

      June 12, 2022 at 9:36 pm

      Nailed it.

      ★★★★★

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    5. Alice P.

      June 15, 2022 at 2:40 pm

      Oh my yum this was too good!

      ★★★★★

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    6. Patty

      June 18, 2022 at 11:11 pm

      My family devoured this pasta recipe and enjoyed every minute of it.

      ★★★★★

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