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title: Pan-Seared Chicken and Orecchiette with Caramelized Bell Pepper and Parmesan Cream Sauce
source:
  name: HelloFresh
  url: https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/pan-seared-chicken-and-orecchiette-with-caramelized-bell-pepper-and-parmesan-cream-sauce-565892a3f8b25ed4488b4567
servings: 2
prep_time: 10 minutes
cook_time: 25 minutes
time_required: 35 minutes
difficulty: Easy
allergens:
  - Wheat
  - Milk
tags:
  - Spicy
  - Pasta
  - Quick
rating: 3.5
rating_count: 2700
source_chef: Recipe Development Team
review_highlights:
  - theme: Flavor
    text: Creamy cheesy sauce with a nice chili pepper heat balances the richness
  - theme: Prep
    text: Straightforward steps that come together quickly for a satisfying meal
image: "https://images.recipes.furrysalamander.com/pan-seared-chicken-and-orecchiette-with-caramelized-bell-pepper-and-parmesan-cream-sauce.avif"
---
Bring a #large pot{} of @water{for boiling%unit} with a large pinch of @salt{to taste%unit} to a boil. Meanwhile, prepare @yellow onion{1%unit}(diced), @red bell pepper{1%unit}(thinly sliced), @garlic{2%cloves}(minced), and @parsley{1%unit}(finely chopped).

Heat a drizzle of @olive oil{2%tbsp} in a #large pan{} over medium-high heat. Season @chicken breasts{2%pieces} on both sides with salt and @black pepper{to taste%unit}. Add chicken to pan and cook for 4 to 5 minutes per side ~{4%minutes}, until cooked through. Set aside.

Add @orecchiette pasta{8%oz} to boiling water and cook for 9 to 10 minutes ~{9%minutes}, until al dente. Drain using a #strainer{}, reserving ½ cup pasta water.

Meanwhile, heat another drizzle of olive oil in the same pan over medium heat. Add onion and bell pepper and cook for 6 to 8 minutes ~{6%minutes}, tossing, until soft. Add garlic and @chili flakes{1%tsp} and cook for 30 seconds ~{30%seconds}, until fragrant. Season with salt and pepper.

Thinly slice chicken, then add to pan along with pasta, @sour cream{¼%cup}, @parmesan cheese{1%cup}, @peas{1%cup}, half the parsley, a drizzle of olive oil, and a splash of reserved pasta water. Toss to combine, then season to taste with salt and pepper.

Serve sprinkled with remaining parsley and enjoy!