Ingredients

(Serves 4)

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For the chicken:

1 lb chicken breast

1 tbsp olive oil

½ tsp salt

½ tsp paprika or smoked paprika

½ tsp italian seasoning (optional)

For the pasta:

8 oz whole grain rotini

Salt for boiling water

For the sauce:

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp minced garlic

1 cup milk

¼ cup grated parmesan cheese

¼ cup chipotle in adobo sauce

½ cup reserved pasta water (as needed)

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INSTRUCTIONS:

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1. Cook chicken:

Season and sear in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Slice.

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2. Cook pasta:

Boil in salted water; save ½ cup pasta water.

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3. Make sauce:

Melt butter, add garlic, milk, cream, cream cheese, parmesan, and chipotle. Stir until smooth.

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4. Combine:

Toss pasta and chicken in the sauce. Add pasta water to thin it if needed.

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5. Serve:

Garnish with extra parmesan or parsley.