Rasta Pasta Recipe Made With Jerk Chicken

This rasta pasta recipe is a fresh dish that can transport you to the beautiful tropics of Jamaica in a single bite. The jerk chicken and veggies with the creamy pasta saucemake for an irresistible flavor combination that you'll love!

This rasta pasta is easy to make and even better to enjoy.

Not too spicy, and with that addicting smoky-sweet flavor, this is the perfect dish for any occasion! And there's no denying the delicious ease and savory goodness that you can enjoy with each bowl of this Jamaican rasta pasta recipe.

I personally love enjoying it as is with the jerk seasoning. The dish is a delicious fusion with such fresh flavors. Plus, the spicy and unique textures bring an entirely new taste experience you can't get in any other pasta dish. 

To bring the experience to another level, make these Jamaican Fried Dumplings, and you'll have a meal to remember.  

Why This Recipe Works

One pan meal. Everything for this recipe cooks in just one pan, and the process is effortless!

Versatile. You can add in or take out anything you want from this creamy rasta pasta recipe, and it's sure to be delicious.

The flavor. Savory, bold, and slightly spicy, this recipe is made with simple ingredients, yet it packs a lot of flavor!

This creamy pasta dish is made with all fresh ingredients. If you don't have a few of them, you can easily pick them up from your local grocery store!

With that said, here's everything you'll need:

• 1 pound pasta 
• 2 chicken breasts  
• 3 tablespoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
• 3 bell peppers
• ½ cup green onions sliced
• 2 cloves garlic minced
• ¼ cup vegetable or chicken stock
• ½ cup heavy cream
• ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese 

1. Prepare the pasta: Cook the pasta of your choice according to the package instructions. Strain the pasta from the water after it's cooked to al dente since it'll cook more later on.

2. Cook the chicken: Put one tablespoon of olive oil or vegetable oil in a pan over medium high heat. Toss the chicken in a bowl with one tablespoon of Jamaican jerk seasoning mix. Add the chicken to the hot oil and cook for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden on the outside and cooked through. Remove the cooked chicken and set aside.

3. Cook the veggies: Add one tablespoon of oil to the same pan and saute the bell peppers with the green onions until tender. Add the minced garlic and cook until it’s fragrant.

4. Complete the pasta: Add the rest of the jerk seasoning mix to the pan along with the heavy cream, chicken, and vegetable stock. Mix and simmer for a few minutes or until the sauce thickens. Add in the parmesan cheese and cooked pasta and mix everything together.

5. Serve: Garnish the pasta with chopped chives, green onions, or parsley and serve warm.

Tips To Make The Best Recipe

• Cook the pasta al dente to prevent it from getting too soft.
• Add in more veggies like broccoli, zucchini, and cauliflower.
• Use a mix of red bell peppers, green bell peppers, and yellow bell peppers for the best presentation.
• Try using Caribbean seasonings for a different flavor profile.
• Swap the chicken breast for chicken thighs to add more flavor. 
• Swap the heavy cream for coconut milk and leave out the cheese to make it dairy free.
• Change up the noodles and use penne pasta, shells, spaghetti, or anything you want.

How To Store Rasta Pasta 

In the fridge: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

In the freezer: Transfer the pasta to a freezer-safe bag or container and freeze for about 3 months.

Reheating: To reheat rasta pasta, put everything back in a skillet over medium heat. Stir constantly until warm. You'll get a similar texture to this fried spaghetti, which is just delicious!

If you liked how easy and delicious this recipe was, we have a bunch more on the blog that I think you'll like just as much.

Give one of these a try next:

• Jamaican Rice and Peas
• Huli Huli Chicken
• Fried Mahi Mahi
• Shrimp Lo Mein
• Ramen Noodle Hack
• Chicken & Shrimp Carbonara

Oh, and as always, you can find even more delicious recipes on our YouTube channel as well.

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