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Speedy Chipotle Chicken Breast Penne

Speedy Chipotle Chicken Breast Penne

with Pepper and Cheese
4.0(4.7k)Review Summary
Emma Blanchet
Emma BlanchetUpdated on June 25, 2026
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Calories
696 kcal
Protein
49.1g protein
Total
20 minutes
Difficulty
Medium
Allergens:
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Sulphites
  • Milk
  • Egg
  • May contain traces of allergens
  • Celery

Ready in less than 25 minutes, this Speedy Chipotle Chicken Penne has it all. The main flavour here comes from chipotle, full of rich, smoky and fruity flavours with a kick from the chipotle chillies.

Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

1 unit(s)

Bell Pepper

(May be present: Celery)

180 grams

Penne Pasta

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

240 grams

Diced British Chicken Breast

2 unit(s)

Garlic Clove

1 carton(s)

Tomato Passata

28 grams

Red Wine Stock Paste

(Contains: Sulphites)

20 grams

Chipotle Paste

20 grams

Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese

(Contains: Milk, Egg)

Not included in your delivery

1 tsp

Sugar for the Sauce

50 milliliter(s)

Water for the Sauce

20 grams

Butter

Energy (kJ)2913 kJ
Energy (kcal)696 kcal
Fat15.9 g
of which saturates8.2 g
Carbohydrate85.3 g
of which sugars17.3 g
Dietary Fibre6.4 g
Protein49.1 g
Salt3.1 g
Due to the different suppliers we purchase our products from, nutritional facts per meal can vary from the website to what is received in the delivered box, depending on your region.
Kettle
Colander
Large Saucepan
Large Frying Pan
Garlic Press

Cooking Steps

Get Started
1

a) Boil a full kettle.

b) Meanwhile, halve the bell pepper and discard the core and seeds. Slice into thin strips.

Boil the Pasta
2

a) Pour the boiled water into a large saucepan with 1/2 tsp salt on high heat.

b) Add the penne and bring back to the boil. Cook until tender, 12 mins.

c) Once cooked, drain in a colander and pop back in the pan. Drizzle with oil and stir through to stop it sticking together.

Fry Time
3

a) Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a large frying pan on medium-high heat.

b) Once hot, add the diced chicken and sliced pepper. Season with salt and pepper.

c) Fry until the chicken is cooked through and the pepper has softened, 8-10 mins. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw chicken and its packaging. It's cooked when no longer pink in the middle.

Build the Flavour
4

a) While everything cooks, peel and grate the garlic (or use a garlic press).

b) When the chicken and pepper have 1 min of cooking time left, add the garlic to the pan and fry until fragrant.

Make the Sauce
5

a) Add the passata, red wine stock paste, chipotle paste (add less if you'd prefer things milder), sugar and water for the sauce (see pantry for both amounts) to the pan. 

b) Stir and bring to the boil, then reduce the heat and simmer until slightly thickened, 2-3 mins.

c) Stir through the cooked pasta and butter (see pantry for amount) and half the cheese. Heat until the pasta is piping hot and the butter has melted, 1-2 mins.

Serve
6

a) Share the chipotle chicken pasta between your serving bowls.

b) Sprinkle over the remaining cheese.

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Aug 2026
  • Flavour: The chipotle sauce brings a smoky, satisfying kick that many find just right; those sensitive to heat recommend using half the paste for a milder result.
  • Ease of prep: Quick and straightforward to put together, with several cooks noting it comes together well within the 25-minute window.
  • Suggestions: A squeeze of lime or a handful of fresh coriander can lift the dish; some also found that stirring in a little crème fraîche adds a welcome creaminess and balances the heat. Adding extra veg such as mushrooms or spinach, or a little more chipotle paste if you enjoy bold flavour, are worth considering too.
  • Next-day meals: Leftovers keep well and make a great lunch the following day, though one reviewer noted reheating did not work as well for them.
  • Portions: The recipe is generous and has comfortably fed more than the stated number of servings on several occasions.
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