Smoky Creamy Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

• 400 g chicken breasts, sliced into strips
• 2 tbsp BlixSam’s Smoke Craft Spice
• 1 tbsp BlixSam’s Garlic Melt (optional)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
• 1 cup sundried tomatoes, chopped (optional)
• 2 cups heavy cream
• 1 cup chicken stock
• 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 300 g penne or your favourite pasta
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method

1. Season the chicken strips with BlixSam Smoke Craft Spice and BlixSam Garlic Melt.
2. Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add the onion and garlic. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
4. Add the red bell pepper and mushrooms. Cook for 4–5 minutes until tender.
5. Pour in the cream and chicken stock. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
6. Add the Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and the sauce thickens.
7. Return the chicken to the pan along with the sundried tomatoes. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
8. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and add to the sauce. Toss until well combined.
9. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired. Serve hot and enjoy!

BlixSam Tip

Perfect with

• Green Salad
• Garlic Bread
• Crisp White Wine
• BlixSam Yanky BBQ Sauce