Cavatappi noodles in creamy chipotle alfredo sauce with grilled chicken, roasted red peppers, corn, spinach and gouda, topped with parsley, smoky chipotle shake and lime.

In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook the cavatappi noodles according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Cook Cavatappi

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the chipotle peppers (chopped) and cook for another minute.

Prepare the Sauce

Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add the Parmesan cheese and Gouda cheese, stirring until melted and smooth. Season with salt and black pepper.

Make it Creamy

Add the cooked cavatappi, grilled chicken, roasted red peppers, corn, and spinach to the sauce. Stir until well combined and heated through.

Combine Ingredients

Serve the cavatappi in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley, a sprinkle of smoky chipotle shake, and lime wedges on the side.

Serve and Garnish

Cavatappi noodles

Grilled chicken breast

Roasted red peppers

chipotle chicken cavatappi

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