Description
When comfort food meets spicy indulgence, you get this Creamy Pepper Jack Chicken & Sausage Pasta. Packed with flavor, creamy goodness, and the right amount of kick, this pasta dish is perfect for weeknight dinners or when you want to impress with something easy yet crowd-pleasing.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 8 oz smoked sausage (andouille or kielbasa), sliced
- 2 cups dry penne or rotini pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small onion, finely diced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1½ cups freshly shredded Pepper Jack cheese
- Salt & black pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes, fresh parsley
Instructions
- Cook Pasta
Boil your pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside. - Brown the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season and sear chicken until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. - Cook the Sausage
In the same pan, add sliced sausage and cook until browned. Remove. - Sauté Aromatics
Add butter, then garlic and onion. Sauté until translucent and fragrant. - Make the Cream Sauce
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Let it simmer gently. Stir in Pepper Jack cheese slowly, allowing it to melt into a smooth sauce. - Combine Everything
Return chicken, sausage, and cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat in the sauce. Season to taste and add red pepper flakes if desired.
- Serve Hot
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, use smoked turkey sausage or swap in andouille for a bit more heat. You can easily substitute chicken thighs for breasts if you prefer juicier meat.
- Prep Time: 15minutes
- Cook Time: 30minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
Keywords: Creamy Pepper Jack Chicken & Sausage Pasta