Red Pesto Pasta with Chicken, Roasted Red Peppers, and Spinach Recipe
A vibrant and flavorful Red Pesto Pasta featuring tender chicken marinated with harissa paste, fresh cherry tomatoes, red pepper, and creamy mascarpone cheese. Tossed with spinach and casareccia pasta, this dish offers a perfect balance of spicy, tangy, and creamy elements for a hearty and delicious meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 chicken breast
- 1 tbsp spring onion, sliced
- 60 g red pesto
- 5 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 red pepper, sliced
- 10 g Belazu Rose Harissa Paste
- 200 g casareccia pasta (or any pasta of choice)
- 60 g mascarpone
- handful of spinach
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Parmesan cheese, to top
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil 200 g of casareccia pasta in a large pot of salted water for 8-10 minutes until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Marinate the chicken: Coat the chicken breast with 10 g of Belazu Rose Harissa Paste and let it marinate briefly to absorb the flavors.
- Cook chicken and vegetables: Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the marinated chicken breast and cook for a few minutes until browned. Then add the halved cherry tomatoes and sliced red pepper, cooking together to soften the vegetables.
- Create the sauce: Stir in 60 g mascarpone, 60 g red pesto, and additional harissa if desired. Season with salt and pepper. Allow the sauce to bubble gently for 3-4 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Combine pasta and spinach: Add the drained pasta and a handful of spinach to the skillet. Toss thoroughly to coat the pasta evenly with the sauce. Let it simmer for a few more minutes until the spinach wilts slightly.
- Finish and serve: Remove from heat, then top with sliced spring onion and parmesan cheese. Serve immediately for a warm, satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can substitute casareccia pasta with any other pasta shape you prefer.
- Adjust the amount of harissa paste based on your preferred spice level.
- For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add extra vegetables such as mushrooms or zucchini.
- Ensure pasta water is well salted to enhance the pasta’s flavor.
- Leftover pasta can be refrigerated for up to 2 days and reheated gently on the stovetop.
Keywords: red pesto pasta, chicken pasta, easy pasta recipe, Italian dinner, harissa pasta, creamy pasta sauce
