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    Home » Pasta » Chipotle Cream Sauce

    How to make Chipotle Cream Pasta sauce

    Published: May 23, 2013 · Modified: Oct 21, 2020 by Pavani · 7 Comments

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    Creamy and delicious mushroom chipotle cream sauce to toss with pasta. It is easy to make and a perfect family friendly recipe.

    White bowl with mushroom pasta garnished with chopped cilantro

    Pasta is my family favorite and I make it at least 2 times a week. Which means I have quite a few pasta sauces in my repertoire to ensure there are no repetitions.

    We absolutely love this Indian style tadka pasta, mushroom bolognese or this peanut noodles. This 3 ingredient marinara sauce is my go-to recipe. I also love making these meatless meatballs too.

    Pasta with mushroom chipotle cream sauce is my kids favorite. It is easy to make, creamy and absolutely delicious. This is perfect for a quick family dinner on a weekday.

    The combination of meaty mushrooms, cream and smoky chipotle is yummy. You can call it chipotle alfredo pasta. Do give the recipe a try - it is a total winner.

    White bowl with creamy pasta

    Ingredients

    You need just a few pantry and fridge staples to make this creamy chipotle pasta recipe. Here is what you need:

    Pasta - any short or medium size variety will work here. I generally use rotini, penne, gemelli or elbows.

    Chipotle chilies - add smoky flavor and mild heat to the sauce. Chipotle are smoke-dried jalapeno chilies. They are available in dried form, in adobo sauce or as chili powder.

    For this recipe, you need a couple of teaspoons of the chipotle sauce. See below on how to make it.

    Ingredients needed - details are in the recipe card

    Mushrooms - either white or brown (baby bella or portabella) can be used in this recipe. Frozen wild mushrooms can also be used.

    For the cream part of the sauce, you will need half-n-half. Or you can use a combination of heavy cream and milk.

    Other ingredients - butter, shallots or red onion, garlic, salt & pepper and cilantro.

    Instructions

    Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

    In the meantime, heat butter in a saute pan; add shallots and garlic, cook until onions turn translucent, about 4~5 minutes.

    Next add the mushrooms and cook until tender, about 5~6 minutes.

    Lower the heat and add cream and milk. Next add chipotle sauce and cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

    Step by step photos showing cooking veggies, cream and chipotle sauce

    Add pasta to the chipotle cream sauce, cook for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

    Garnish with cilantro and serve hot.

    Photos showing thickened cream and pasta

    Tips

    • Any short or medium size pasta will work in this recipe. I generally use rotini, penne, gemelli or elbows. Whole wheat pasta can also be used.
    • White or brown mushrooms can be used. Frozen wild mushrooms are also a good option.
    • Use 1 cup heavy cream and ¼ cup milk instead of half-n-half.
    • Use vegan butter, substitute half-n-half with coconut cream or vegan whipping cream and oat/ almond milk to make this dish 100% vegan.

    How to freeze chipotle in adobo sauce?

    I buy a small can of chipotle and once opened, I grind them up to a smooth paste. Then store it in a freezer safe ziploc bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    Photos showing how to freeze chipotle chilis in adobo sauce

    Few more easy dinner recipes to try

    • Vegetarian folded enchilada
    • Greek mushroom pita
    • Chickpea quesadilla
    • Cheese pav bhaji sandwich
    • Quinoa-lentil falafel
    • Sabich (Israeli vegetarian sandwich)
    • Jaipuri vegetable pulao
    Mushroom Chipotle cream sauce

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    White bowl with mushroom pasta

    Pasta with Mushrooms and Chipotle Cream Sauce

    Mushroom Chipotle cream sauce is a delicious creamy sauce for pasta. Easy to make with minimum ingredients - this makes a yummy family dinner.
    Author: Pavani
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    Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time: 30 minutes mins
    Total Time: 40 minutes mins
    Course: noodles pasta
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 servings

    Ingredients

    • 8 oz. Short or Medium size Pasta
    • 1 tablespoon Butter
    • 2 medium Shallots (or use 1 small red onion), thinly sliced
    • 2 Garlic cloves, finely minced
    • 8 oz. White or brown mushrooms, chopped
    • 1¼ cups Half-n-half
    • 1~2 teaspoons Chipotle sauce*
    • To taste Salt & Pepper
    • 2 tablespoons Cilantro, finely chopped

    Instructions

    • Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
    • In the meantime, heat 1tbsp butter in a saute pan; add onions and garlic, cook until onions turn translucent, about 5-6 minutes.
    • Next add the mushrooms and cook until tender, about 6 minutes.
    • Lower the heat and add cream and milk. Next add chipotle sauce and cook until the sauce thickens, about 3-4 minutes.
    • Add pasta to the cream sauce, cook for 2 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
    • Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

    Notes

    • Any short or medium size pasta will work in this recipe. I generally use rotini, penne, gemelli or elbows. Whole wheat pasta can also be used.
    • White or brown mushrooms can be used. Frozen wild mushrooms are also a good option.
    • Use 1 cup heavy cream and ¼ cup milk instead of half-n-half.
    • Use vegan butter, substitute half-n-half with coconut cream or vegan whipping cream and oat/ almond milk to make this dish 100% vegan.
    • I buy a small can of chipotle and once opened, I grind them up to a smooth paste. Then store it in a freezer safe ziploc bag in the freezer for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 300kcal
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    1. nayana

      May 23, 2013 at 2:21 pm

      pasta looks very flavorful... Todays post : http://nayanas-kitchen-kreations.blogspot.in/2013/05/rawa-idli.html

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    2. Priya Suresh

      May 23, 2013 at 8:08 pm

      Looks super rich and creamy pasta..

      Reply
    3. Min

      June 04, 2013 at 2:39 pm

      Yum! Nice choice, partner!MinThe Bad Girl's KitchenTaste & Create

      Reply
    4. Tawnie

      October 21, 2020 at 11:32 am

      5 stars
      Such a delicious weeknight dinner recipe - we will be making again! Thank you!

      Reply
    5. Noelle Simpson

      October 21, 2020 at 11:44 am

      5 stars
      The perfect pasta dish! Thanks for the idea, my family loved it and didn't even say anything about the mushrooms 😉

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    6. Angela

      October 21, 2020 at 12:08 pm

      5 stars
      Creamy pasta with a kick! Yum!

      Reply
    7. Michelle

      October 23, 2020 at 9:38 am

      5 stars
      The mushrooms really make this dish! Love all the strong flavors in this pasta!

      Reply

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