Creamy Rasta Pasta

Rasta Pasta is a delicious and flavor-packed meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is a rich, cheesy and an all-round great meal to savor with family and friends. You'll need less than 1 hour to prepare this!

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 30

Total Time 45

Servings

Calories 969.7kcal

Equipment

Large Pot
Strainer
Large Skillet or Pan
Cutting Board and Knife
Measuring cups and spoons
Stirring Utensil
Grater
Airtight Containers
Cooking Tongs

Ingredients

JERK CHICKEN

1 pound boneless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and black pepper to taste

RASTA PASTA

2 tablespoons olive oil or any good cooking oil of your choice
1 small onion chopped
2 bell peppers red, yellow, or orange for color
1-2 Scotch bonnet peppers chopped
3 cloves garlic chopped
2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
1 teaspoon paprika
1 cup chicken broth
1 can unsweetened coconut milk 14 oz
¼ to ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
1 pound penne pasta
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Instructions

JERK CHICKEN

Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with jerk seasoning.
In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and add the chicken. Cook for 5-7 minutes or until fully cooked.
Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.

RASTA PASTA

In the same pan, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add the chopped onion, bell peppers, scotch bonnet, and garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until they start to soften.
Add the jerk seasoning, paprika, coconut milk, and chicken broth to the pan and bring to a simmer for about 6 to 8 minutes. If it becomes too thick, just add a bit of water or more stock.
Add the grated parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce has thickened.
Add the cooked pasta and chicken to the pan and stir to combine.
Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions, drain, and add to the pot.
Toss everything together until well combined. Season with salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve hot.

Notes

Season Your Chicken or Shrimp: Make your chicken or shrimp flavorful. You can season your protein with Jamaican jerk seasoning for the tastiest flavors.
Cook Your Veggies: Fry onions, garlic, and colorful bell peppers in oil until they’re soft and smell good.
Make a Creamy Sauce: Use heavy cream for creaminess and Parmesan cheese for flavor. You can also substitute heavy cream with coconut cream.
Add Fresh Thyme: Put some fresh thyme on top before serving for extra flavor. Don’t overcook your pasta; it should be a bit firm when you bite it. It’ll soften more when it’s in the sauce.
Add water or cream: If the sauce gets too thick, add a bit of cream or water when you warm it up.
Eat It Fresh: Rasta Pasta tastes best right after you make it, so enjoy it while it’s fresh!

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