Creamy Chili Chicken Rotini
Introduction
If you’re searching for a comforting yet bold pasta dish that will leave everyone reaching for seconds, look no further than Creamy Chili Chicken Rotini. With its luscious, tangy sauce, tender chicken, and a touch of chili heat, this recipe turns everyday ingredients into a memorable, restaurant-quality meal.
Perfect for weeknights, dinner parties, or meal prep, it’s a satisfying, all-in-one dish that delights both kids and adults alike.
Why Creamy Chili Chicken Rotini Stands Out
What makes this dish special is its irresistible combination of creamy richness, the subtle kick from chili, and the satisfying chew of rotini pasta. The saucy, flavor-packed chicken seeps into every spiral, ensuring each forkful is delicious and balanced. Plus, it’s incredibly customizable—adjust the chili for more heat or swap vegetables per your tastes.
How to Create the Ultimate Creamy Sauce
The creamy chili sauce is the heart of this dish. It blends sautéed aromatics, tomatoes, a bit of chili, and cream cheese until silky and smooth, coating every noodle perfectly. For the smoothest results, use a Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black to blend the sauce before adding it back to the pan. This ensures no lumps and a luxurious consistency.
Chicken Prep Made Easy
To speed up dinnertime prep, a Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper is handy for dicing onions, peppers, and prepping any extra veggies you want to add. For perfectly shredded chicken in seconds, use a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen, Elegant Black after poaching or roasting your chicken breasts.
Cooking and Assembling Creamy Chili Chicken Rotini
Use a high-quality nonstick pan like the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch to sauté your chicken and sautéed veggies for effortless cleanup and even browning. Don’t forget to reserve some pasta water for the sauce – a little splash brings everything together at the end.
Once the elements are cooked, toss the rotini, chicken, and creamy chili sauce together for a hearty, flavorful pasta dish that comes together in one pan.
Serving Suggestions for a Show-Stopping Meal
Serve Creamy Chili Chicken Rotini with a simple green salad or roasted veggies for a balanced dinner. If you’re packing leftovers, keep them fresh and mess-free in Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup)—they’re leak-proof and microwave-safe, perfect for busy weekdays.
Nutritional Information and Serving Size
This recipe serves 4 and each portion is loaded with protein, fiber, and just the right amount of indulgence. Expect about 500 calories per serving (dependent on cream and cheese types), making it a solid main dish for any night.
Creamy Chili Chicken Rotini (Recap)
Creamy Chili Chicken Rotini is the ideal blend of rich, spicy, and satisfying—a pasta dish with broad appeal and irresistible flavor. From busy weeknights to relaxed family dinners, it’s sure to become a menu staple.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook rotini pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- In the SENSARTE Nonstick Frying Pan Skillet, 9.5 Inch, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper, sautéing until soft, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add cooked, shredded chicken to the pan. For easy shredding, use a Chicken Shredder Tool Twist for Kitchen, Elegant Black to make quick work of the process.
- Stir in the fire-roasted tomatoes and chili paste, cooking for 1-2 minutes. Reduce heat to low.
- Add cream cheese, heavy cream, and chicken broth. Stir until everything melts into a creamy sauce, about 2-3 minutes. For an extra-smooth sauce, blend with the Ninja BL610 Professional 72 Oz Countertop Blender, Black before returning to the pan.
- Fold in shredded cheddar, then add cooked rotini. Toss until pasta is well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water as needed.
- Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving, if desired.
Cook and Prep Times
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
