Description
Smoky, creamy, and packed with flavor, this Roasted Red Pepper Alfredo is a weeknight win. Using Trader Joe’s (or any store-bought) roasted red peppers and ready-to-go rotisserie chicken, this dish feels fancy but takes just 30 minutes. It’s the perfect shortcut meal when you want something comforting, rich, and restaurant-worthy—without the work.
Ingredients
12 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
1 jar roasted red peppers (about 12 oz), drained
2 cups pulled rotisserie chicken
2 tbsp olive oil or butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan
Salt & pepper to taste
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)
Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
Boil Pasta: Cook pasta until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
Blend Sauce: In a blender, combine roasted red peppers and cream. Blend until smooth.
Sauté Garlic: In a skillet, heat olive oil/butter and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1–2 min).
Simmer Sauce: Pour in blended red pepper sauce. Stir in Parmesan, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 5–6 min.
Add Chicken: Stir in pulled chicken and heat through.
Combine: Toss cooked pasta into the sauce. Add pasta water if needed for consistency.
Serve: Garnish with herbs and extra cheese. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 610 / Serving
- Sugar: 5g / Serving
- Fat: 30g / Serving
- Carbohydrates: 48g/ Serving
- Fiber: 3g / Serving
- Protein: 34g / Serving