Spicy Chicken and Pasta Skillet

A savory one-pot dish featuring tender chicken, pasta, and a bold blend of spices, all simmered together in a creamy sauce.

Prep
15 min
Cook
25 min
Total Time
40 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
medium
Cuisine
Italian
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Ingredients

Servings:
4
  • 1.5lbsChicken Breast, cubed
  • 1cupMilk
  • 1Egg
  • 8ozPenne Pasta
  • 1mediumCucumber, diced
  • 1tspPaprika
  • 1tspChili Powder
  • 1cupRice
  • 1cupYogurt
  • 1cupGouda Cheese, shredded
  • 3clovesGarlic, minced
  • 2tbspHerbs, chopped

Step-by-Step

  1. 1

    In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the cubed chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until the chicken is lightly browned.

    7mmedium-high heat
  2. 2

    Reduce the heat to medium, then add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently, until fragrant.

    1mmedium heat
  3. 3

    Stir in the paprika, chili powder, and 1/4 cup of the milk. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.

    3mmedium heat
  4. 4

    Add the uncooked penne pasta, the remaining milk, and 1 cup of water to the skillet. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 12-15 minutes, or until the pasta is tender.

    15mmedium-low heat
  5. 5

    Remove the lid, stir in the diced cucumber, yogurt, and shredded Gouda cheese. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the sauce has thickened.

    3mmedium heat
  6. 6

    Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped herbs. Serve the spicy chicken and pasta skillet hot.

    2m