Creamy Chicken Chipotle Pasta

Bring a large pot of water to a boil, salt it generously and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
10 ounces short pasta
Meanwhile, heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook for 7-8 minutes until golden. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound chicken breast
In the same pan add the onion, red pepper and green pepper. Cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
1 medium onion
1 medium red bell pepper
1 medium green bell pepper
2 large garlic cloves
Stir in the chipotle paste and tomato paste and cook for a further minute.
2 tablespoons chipotle paste
2 tablespoons tomato paste
Pour in the chicken stock and bring to a simmer. Next, add the cream cheese and stir until melted and fully incorporated.
1 cup chicken stock
½ cup cream cheese
Add the cream cheese and stir well until completely melted, then blend the sauce until smooth.
Add pasta and chicken to the sauce, tossing well to coat. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce.
Adjust the seasoning to taste, garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Fresh parsley