Grilled Chicken and Sweet Corn Pasta Smoky Grilled Chicken Pasta with Creamy Sweet Corn Sauce Ingredients: 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta 2 grilled chicken breasts, sliced 1 tablespoon olive oil 2 ears fresh corn, kernels removed (or 1 ½ cups frozen corn, thawed) 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional) 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half) 1/2 cup pasta water (reserved) Salt and black pepper to taste Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish Directions: Cook the pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water before draining. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add corn and sauté for 3–4 minutes until lightly golden. Stir in garlic, smoked paprika, and chili flakes (if using). Cook for 1 minute until fragrant. Pour in the cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan and let the sauce thicken slightly, about 2–3 minutes. Add the cooked pasta and sliced grilled chicken to the skillet. Stir to combine. Loosen the sauce with reserved pasta water as needed. Season with salt and black pepper. Garnish with fresh herbs and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 585 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #grilledchickenpasta #cornpasta #sweetcornseason #summerpasta #weeknightmeals #comfortfoodrecipes #chickenrecipes #creamycornpasta #pastaideas #easyfamilydinner #grillseason #smokypasta #pastaandchicken #quickpasta #easymeals #freshsummerdishes #cheesycomfortfood #homemadepasta #midweekmeal #simpleingredients Smoky, creamy, and full of sweet corn goodness This Grilled Chicken and Sweet Corn Pasta is your next easy weeknight favorite!

Creamy Cajun Chicken Linguine w/ Garlic Mozzarella Sauce Spicy Cajun Chicken Linguine in a Creamy Garlic Mozzarella Sauce Ingredients: 12 oz linguine pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning 1 teaspoon smoked paprika Salt and pepper to taste 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup chicken broth 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon butter 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional) Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish Directions: Cook linguine according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Toss sliced chicken with Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes. Remove from pan and set aside. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes. Add mozzarella and Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with red pepper flakes, if using. Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Add the cooked linguine and mix everything together until evenly coated. Simmer for another 2 minutes to let the flavors meld. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 620 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #cajunchicken #creamylinguine #pastarecipe #mozzarellagarlicsauce #spicypasta #chickenpasta #comfortfood #easyweeknightdinner #parmesansauce #garlicbutterpasta #homemadepasta #cheesylovers #spicycomfortfood #pastanight #dinnerideas #flavorfulmeals #southernflavors #pastaaddict #quickrecipes #boldflavors Creamy, cheesy, and full of bold Cajun flavor! This Cajun Chicken Linguine with Garlic Mozzarella Sauce is the ultimate comfort food for spice lovers.

Spicy Chicken and Jalapeño Pasta Bold & Creamy Spicy Chicken and Jalapeño Pasta with a Kick of Heat Ingredients: 8 oz (225g) penne or rigatoni pasta 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thin Salt and black pepper, to taste 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 fresh jalapeños, thinly sliced (deseeded for less heat) 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/4 teaspoon red chili flakes (optional) 1 cup heavy cream 1/2 cup chicken broth 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Juice of 1/2 lime 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro or parsley Optional: extra jalapeño slices for garnish Directions: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and sauté for 5–6 minutes, or until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside. In the same pan, add garlic and sliced jalapeños. Sauté for 1–2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in smoked paprika, chili flakes (if using), and chicken broth. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to deglaze the pan. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan until melted and smooth. Return chicken to the skillet and cook in the sauce for 2–3 more minutes. Toss in the cooked pasta and stir to coat. Finish with lime juice and fresh herbs. Serve warm with extra jalapeño slices for a fiery finish. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 590 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #spicypasta #jalapenopasta #chickenpasta #weeknightdinners #comfortfoodrecipes #easyhomemademeals #chiliheat #creamyjalapeno #pastawithkick #fireflavor #parmesanpasta #limechickenpasta #onepanrecipes #spicycomfort #jalapenorecipes #fieryflavors #texmexfusion #homemadepasta #zestychicken #boldmeals Turn up the heat This Spicy Chicken and Jalapeño Pasta is creamy, cheesy, and totally packed with flavor! The perfect weeknight firecracker

Southern Chicken and Waffle Pasta Crispy Chicken & Maple Cream Pasta with Waffle Crumble Ingredients: 8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts 1/2 cup buttermilk 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Salt and pepper to taste Vegetable oil for frying 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (for roux) 1 1/2 cups milk 1/2 cup heavy cream 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg 1/3 cup maple syrup 1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese 1 Belgian waffle, toasted and crumbled (or 1 cup mini waffle pieces) Fresh thyme or chopped chives for garnish Directions: Cook the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside. Slice the chicken breasts into strips, season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Soak in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes. Dredge chicken in flour and fry in hot oil until golden and crispy. Transfer to paper towels to drain. In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to make a roux. Slowly whisk in milk and cream, stirring constantly until smooth and thickened. Stir in maple syrup, nutmeg, Dijon mustard, and cheddar cheese. Mix until the cheese is melted and sauce is creamy. Toss the cooked pasta with the sauce. Plate the pasta and top with crispy chicken and toasted waffle crumble. Garnish with fresh thyme or chives. Serve warm. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes Kcal: 680 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #southernpasta #chickenandwaffles #comfortfoodrecipes #maplecheddarsauce #crispychicken #soulfoodtwist #pastaideas #fusionrecipes #chickenpasta #cheesysauce #buttermilkchicken #wafflecrumbles #southerninspired #decadentdinners #creativecooking #pastanight #savorysweetcombo #maplesyrupmagic #brunchdinner #flavorfusion Pasta meets the South! This Southern Chicken and Waffle Pasta brings crispy buttermilk chicken, maple cheddar sauce, and waffle crumble together in one unforgettable dish

Chicken and Spinach Ricotta Pasta Creamy Chicken & Ricotta Pasta with Wilted Spinach and Parmesan Ingredients: 12 oz (340g) pasta (penne, rigatoni, or shells) 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 lb (450g) cooked chicken breast, shredded or cubed 3 cloves garlic, minced 4 cups fresh spinach, roughly chopped 1 cup ricotta cheese 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1/2 teaspoon dried basil 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano Salt and black pepper to taste 1/4 cup reserved pasta water (as needed) Optional: crushed red pepper flakes, lemon zest, fresh parsley for garnish Directions: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant. Add spinach and cook for 2–3 minutes until wilted. Stir in the shredded chicken and cook until heated through. Reduce heat to low, add ricotta, Parmesan, basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir until creamy. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat, adding a splash of pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce. Serve warm, garnished with crushed red pepper, lemon zest, or fresh parsley if desired. Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 20 minutes | Total Time: 30 minutes Kcal: 485 kcal | Servings: 4 servings #chickenpasta #ricottarecipes #spinachpasta #comfortfood #easydinners #weeknightmeals #pastarecipes #creamychicken #cheesypasta #homecooked #familymeals #quickandeasy #highprotein #italianinspired #freshspinach #ricottapasta #pastaideas #easyentertaining #healthiercomfortfood #pastalovers Creamy, cozy, and oh-so satisfying! This Chicken and Spinach Ricotta Pasta is your new weeknight favorite. Ready in 30 minutes!