Theresa's Sweet Chili Linguini Recipe
Pasta, Thai chili cream sauce, grilled blackened chicken breast, Parmesan cheese.
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Ingredients
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Pasta
Thai Chili Cream Sauce
Grilled Blackened Chicken
Garnish
Method
Cooking the Pasta
- 1
Boil the water
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add 1 tsp of salt.
- 2
Cook the linguini
Add the linguini to the boiling water and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside.
Preparing the Thai Chili Cream Sauce
- 3
Combine ingredients
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the heavy cream, Thai chili paste, minced garlic, soy sauce, lime juice, and sugar.
- 4
Simmer the sauce
Stir the mixture and bring to a gentle simmer. Allow it to cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.
Grilling the Chicken
- 5
Prepare the chicken
Rub the chicken breasts with blackening seasoning evenly on both sides.
- 6
Grill the chicken
Heat olive oil in a grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken breasts for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked and internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes before slicing.
Assembly and Serving
- 7
Combine pasta and sauce
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked linguini with the Thai chili cream sauce, tossing well to ensure the pasta is coated.
- 8
Plate the dish
Serve the pasta on individual plates, topping each with sliced grilled chicken breast.
- 9
Garnish
Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese and chopped cilantro over each plate before serving.