Creamy Pumpkin Chicken Pasta
Creamy pumpkin chicken pasta is a warm and inviting dish that combines tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a luscious pumpkin sauce. Perfect for chilly evenings, this recipe offers a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors that will have everyone asking for seconds. With easy preparation and comforting aromas, it’s an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or special gatherings.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- 8 oz pasta of your choice (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp fresh sage, chopped
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add onions and garlic; sauté until fragrant and translucent.
- Stir in pumpkin puree and heavy cream; mix until smooth.
- Add sage and Parmesan cheese; stir well to combine.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving some pasta water.
- Fold cooked pasta into the sauce mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: For added nutrition, consider incorporating spinach or other vegetables. Swap chicken with turkey or chickpeas for variations. Experiment with spices like nutmeg for a unique flavor twist.