– 8 ounces of pasta (any type you prefer)
– 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1/4 cup mayonnaise
– 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
– 2 tablespoons sriracha (adjust for heat preference)
– 2 tablespoons soy sauce
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 3 green onions, chopped
– 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
Follow these easy steps to create your own Bang Bang Chicken Pasta:
1. Cook Pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare Chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the sesame oil. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
3. Cook Chicken: Sauté chicken for about 5-7 minutes, or until fully cooked and no longer pink in the center. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
4. Make Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Reduce the heat to low and add heavy cream, mayonnaise, sweet chili sauce, sriracha, and soy sauce.
5. Combine: Stir the sauce gently until heated through. Add cooked chicken back into the skillet, and toss until chicken is fully coated in the sauce.
6. Add Pasta: Add the drained pasta to the chicken and sauce mixture. Toss everything together until evenly combined and heated through.
7. Finish: Stir in chopped green onions, and taste for seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
8. Serve: Remove from heat and transfer to serving bowls. Garnish with fresh cilantro for an extra touch.
Creating Bang Bang Chicken Pasta is simple and provides a lovely meal the whole family will adore.