Chipotle Pasta Recipe

This creamy chipotle pasta is bold, smoky, and spicy with a delicious Mexican twist. Made with chipotle peppers in adobo, garlic, and a rich tomato-cream sauce — it's perfect for those who love flavor-packed pasta dishes.

Ingredients

• 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (adjust to taste), finely chopped
• 1 tbsp adobo sauce (from the can)
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• ½ cup heavy cream (or coconut cream for dairy-free)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Grated Parmesan (optional)
• Chopped cilantro or parsley, for garnish

Directions

1. Cook Pasta:
2. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
3. Sauté Aromatics:
4. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chopped onion and cook until translucent (about 3–4 minutes). Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
5. Make Chipotle Sauce:
6. Stir in the chopped chipotle peppers and adobo sauce. Cook for 1 minute, then add the tomato sauce. Let it simmer for 5 minutes.
7. Add Cream:
8. Lower the heat and stir in the cream. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, stirring constantly. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
9. Combine Pasta:
10. Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce until evenly coated. Let it cook together for 1–2 minutes so flavors meld.
11. Garnish & Serve:
12. Serve hot, topped with Parmesan and fresh herbs.