Rasta Pasta with Caribbean Jerk Chicken

Looking for a delicious and easy way to add some spice to your life? Try this delicious Rasta Pasta Caribbean Jerk Chicken dish. vegetables, pasta, chicken, and tons of flavor, this is ideal for a fast and easy weeknight meal! This amazing dish is packed with flavor and is sure to please even the most discerning palate.

Rasta Pasta with Jerk Chicken

If you like pasta and want just a bit of heat, then Jerk seasoning is a great choice. This "rasta pasta" is a fun spin on a few classic pasta dishes with that Caribbean flavor you expect. Tender bits of jerk chicken alongside al dente pasta with vegetables and a creamy sauce create a delicious all-in-one meal.

Rasta pasta with jerk chicken is a mouthwatering pasta dish that is both healthy and flavorful. You'll love the zesty taste of the jerk chicken, and the hearty pasta will fill you up without weighing you down.

If you appreciate the Caribbean flavors, then you might also want to check out this Jamaican chicken curry dish. It's another tasty option that is filled with flavor.

What Goes with Rasta Pasta?

Since this has pasta, sauce, chicken, and some vegetables in one dish, you can get away with this being served by itself. I like to stretch a meal a bit further by adding additional sides to give it some variety.

This is a great dish to serve with a side of steamed vegetables and roasted potatoes. A light salad or fruit salad would also make a nice accompaniment, and a side of bread or garlic bread is always a win. You can even add extra pasta to the dish to stretch it a bit further if you want!

Ingredients

• 8 ounces uncooked rigatoni (100g)
• 1 large bell pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil (45ml)
• 2 thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (14g)
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream (375ml)
• 1 teaspoon jerk seasoning (1.5g)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder (1g)
• ½ teaspoon onion powder (1g)
• ½ teaspoon salt (3g)
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (90g)

Handy Kitchen Tools

• Stockpot
• Colander
• Mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Large skillet
• Tongs

How to Make Rasta Pasta with Jerk Chicken

In a large stockpot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, add the olive oil over medium heat. Then, add in the bell peppers. Cook this for 3 to 4 minutes, until tender.

Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set them aside. Then, add the chicken to the skillet. Lightly season the chicken with salt and black pepper.

Cook the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until it is cooked through.

Remove the chicken from the skillet, and add in the garlic and butter.

Once the butter has melted, whisk in the heavy cream and jerk the seasoning, carefully bringing the mixture to a boil, but being careful to not let it curdle or separate.

Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Then, let it simmer, stirring regularly until thickened (2-3 minutes). Add in the parmesan cheese and stir to combine and thicken the sauce.

Then toss with the pasta, chicken, and peppers.

Let simmer to heat through then serve hot.

Frequently Asked Questions

More Easy Pasta Recipes

Pasta is a common addition to our menu and is ideal for budget planning and easy meals. This recipe is a great choice packed with flavor, but you may want more variety. If you need some fresh new ideas for pasta dishes, below are some of my favorites. Make sure that you take a moment to bookmark these, print out the recipes, or pin them to Pinterest so they are handy when you are ready to cook!

• 5 Ingredient Spicy Garlic Pasta
• Baked Feta Pasta with Tomatoes
• Cheesy Vegetarian One-Pot Pasta
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📖 Recipe

Yield: 4

Rasta Pasta with Caribbean Jerk Chicken

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Rasta Pasta with Caribbean Jerk chicken is the perfect addition to your menu! This one-pot meal is fast, easy, and delicious!

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes

Total Time 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 8 ounces uncooked rigatoni (100g)
• 1 large bell pepper
• 3 tablespoons olive oil (45ml)
• 2 thin-sliced boneless skinless chicken breasts
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (14g)
• 1 ½ cups heavy cream (375ml)
• 1 teaspoon jerk seasoning (1.5g)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder (1g)
• ½ teaspoon onion powder (1g)
• ½ teaspoon salt (3g)
• 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese (90g)

Instructions

1. In a large stockpot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta, and cook according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, add the olive oil over medium heat. Then, add in the bell peppers. Cook this for 3 to 4 minutes, until tender.
3. Remove the vegetables from the skillet and set them aside. Then, add the chicken to the skillet. Lightly season the chicken with salt and black pepper.
4. Cook the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side, until it is cooked through.
5. Remove the chicken from the skillet, and add in the garlic and butter.
6. Once the butter has melted, whisk in the heavy cream and jerk the seasoning, carefully bringing the mixture to a boil, but being careful to not let it curdle or separate.
7. Stir in the onion powder, garlic powder, and salt. Then, let it simmer, stirring regularly until thickened (2-3 minutes).
8. Add in the parmesan cheese and then toss with the pasta, chicken, and peppers. Let simmer to heat through then serve hot.

Notes

Add any color bell pepper or onion you prefer to this dish.

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Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 704Total Fat: 54gSaturated Fat: 28gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 22gCholesterol: 174mgSodium: 691mgCarbohydrates: 24gFiber: 1gSugar: 4gProtein: 33g