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    Creamy Avocado Pasta (with Chicken)

    Published: Jun 1, 2023 || Last updated: Jun 5, 2024 by Farrukh Aziz

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    Bright, delicious and creamy avocado pasta is easy to make in just 20 minutes with or without chicken, and is delicious to serve warm or cold. Any way you enjoy it, this hearty and healthy recipe is sure to satisfy!

    Top down close view white plate with creamy avocado pasta topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, arugula and toasted sourdough.
    Table of Contents
    • Why we love this creamy avocado pasta?
    • Ingredients you will need
    • How to make pasta with avocado sauce?
    • Expert Tips
    • FAQs
    • Serving Suggestions
    • Storage
    • You might also like
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    Why we love this creamy avocado pasta?

    Who likes to labor over a hot stove all summer? I certainly don't! This creamy avocado pasta is the perfect quick, easy, and healthy recipe that requires little *actual* cooking... And is absolutely delicious and filling!

    Simply boil your pasta, blend up the tangy and refreshing sauce, then toss everything together with chopped precooked chicken. Then choose if you'd like to serve immediately while warm, or chill in the fridge for a cold pasta salad dish.

    Either way - served cold or warm, in only about 20 minutes you are ready to enjoy a super satisfying lunch or dinner!

    Although the sauce is rich and flavorful, you might be surprised to find there is no heavy cream or butter here. Just heart-healthy avocado and extra virgin olive oil brimming with good fats

    Plus, lemon juice and fresh herbs is loaded with lots of beneficial antioxidants and vitamins. Paired with pasta it has a great balance of good/good for you!

    Speaking of, what I really love about the recipe is how easy it is to customize! Swap regular noodles with whole wheat or gluten-free pasta - or even toss with zucchini or carrot noodles for a low carb option.

    You can also skip the chicken and sub parmesan with nutritional yeast (or leave out altogether) to instantly make this a terrific vegan dish.

    Make the recipe once and I'm sure you'll enjoy making it again and again with different variations all season long!

    *For more nutritious and satisfying main dishes, also try these great recipes:

    • Caprese Skewers
    • Tomato Avocado Corn Salad
    • Tomato Spinach Pasta
    • Chicken Broccoli Pasta
    • Kale Salad with Chickpeas and Tahini

    Ingredients you will need

    Recipe ingredients each in individual glass bowls: Pasta, fresh basil, fresh parsley, lemon juice, cooked chicken, extra virgin olive oil, red pepper flakes, grated parmesan, salt, pepper, garlic cloves, scallions, and a whole avocado.
    • Uncooked Pasta: Use your choice of pasta noodles. Here we use penne, but other hearty noodles like bowtie, elbow, fusilli, or cavatappi.
    • Chicken Breasts: Cooked and cubed.
    • Red Pepper Flakes: Optional for a delicious kick of spicy heat.
    • Avocado: Choose a fruit that is ripe and unblemished.
    • Basil Leaves and Parsley: These fresh herbs brighten up the creamy sauce.
    • Scallions: Adds a pleasantly spicy, grassy flavor that compliments the avocado.
    • Garlic: Whole cloves, there is no need to mince.
    • Lemon Juice: The bright, tangy juice will add a sweet and tart flavor while also keeping the avocado sauce from browning.
    • Parmesan Cheese: Pre-shredded packaged cheese often contains extra fillers for freshness. I therefore suggest freshly grating the cheese yourself.
    • Extra Virgin Olive Oil: You are really able to taste the EVOO in this no-cook sauce. So choose a brand of high quality!
    • Salt and Pepper: Add a bit of both to taste to finish the dish.
    • Plus you can add other veggies you like to the dish! Mix in or top the finished pasta with fresh or roasted cherry tomatoes, zucchini slices, chopped asparagus, or sun-dried tomatoes.

    How to make pasta with avocado sauce?

    Cook Pasta

    Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water (or according to package instructions) until al dente.

    Boiling noodles in a large pot.

    Reserve some pasta water(¾-1 cup) and set it aside. Drain the pasta well and keep it aside.

    Hand with metal measuring cup, scooping pasta water from the large pot of noodles.

    Make Avocado Sauce for Pasta

    1. Cut avocado in half and remove the seed.
    2. Scoop out the avocado flesh and place it the food processor along with fresh basil, parsley, scallion, garlic cloves, grated parmesan, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt and pepper.
    3. Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the salt, pepper or seasoning of your choice, if needed. If the sauce seems too thick for your choice, feel free to add little milk or pasta water, if desired.
    four step collage showing how to make creamy avocado sauce in a food processor.

    Assemble

    Place drained noodles in a large mixing bowl.

    Cooked and drained penne noodles in a glass bowl.

    Add the sauce, cooked chicken breasts, red pepper flakes and reserved pasta water.

    Chunks of chicken, noodles, and avocado sauce in a glass bowl.

    Toss well to coat.

    pasta, chicken and sauce combined in glass bowl, hands holding the bowl.

    Expert Tips

    • Use ripe avocado. A perfectly ripened avocado will make the most creamy and delicious avocado sauce pasta. Choose a fruit that is dark green/dark purple on the outside (but not black) and is ever so slightly soft when you give a gentle squeeze. Also, be sure to cut it only when your are ready to make the sauce.
    • Adjust the sauce consistency to your liking. As-is the creamy avocado pasta sauce is quite thick and rich. If you prefer a more loose sauce, you can add a splash of milk or pasta water as you combine all of the recipe ingredients.
    • Toss pasta with sauce while still warm. The sauce will cling perfectly to the pasta when it still has some heat.
    • Avoid reheating. Truly this dish is best to enjoy freshly made. While reheating is possible, it will likely change the taste of the avocado.

    FAQs

    Can I make avocado sauce ahead of time?

    Yes, you can prepare it a day or two before adding to the pasta. However, like my guacamole recipe it needs to be stored properly.

    I suggest adding a thin layer of oil on the top to completely cover the sauce for no oxidation. Keep in a covered container in the fridge until ready to use.

    White plate with avocado pasta topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, and two toasted bread slices on the side.

    Serving Suggestions

    Sprinkle some more grated parmesan, red pepper flakes and serve with rocket leaves, roasted cherry tomatoes and toasted bread on side.

    Whether you enjoy chilled or hot, creamy avocado pasta is great to pair with a fresh salad! Try any of these easy Italian-inspired recipes:

    • Classic Caprese Salad
    • Arugula Salad (Rocket Salad)
    • Tomato Mozzarella Salad
    • Tomato Basil Salad

    If you prefer to serve hot, you might consider adding other comforting warm dishes to the table. Recipes like Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes, Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Garlic Parmesan, and Roasted Asparagus are delicious and healthy!

    Storage

    To store leftovers: Transfer the cooled leftovers in a sealed container and keep stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

    Do not freeze as avocado sauce pasta will not hold up well to freezing.

    To reheat: I suggest serving the pasta cold once it has been refrigerated. Reheating the dish will change the flavor of the otherwise raw avocado sauce.

    However, if you prefer the pasta warm, you can reheat it in short 30 second bursts in the microwave at 50% power. If the noodles and sauce are a bit too dry, add a splash of warm water or milk to loosen everything up a bit.

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    Top down close view white plate with creamy avocado pasta topped with roasted cherry tomatoes, arugula and toasted sourdough.
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    Creamy Avocado Pasta (with Chicken)

    Bright, delicious and creamy avocado pasta is easy to make in just 20 minutes with or without chicken, and is delicious to serve warm or cold. Any way you enjoy it, this hearty and healthy recipe is sure to satisfy!
    Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Course
    Cuisine American, World
    Diet Egg-Free, Nut-free
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes minutes
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 610kcal
    Author Farrukh Aziz

    Ingredients
     

    • 10 oz Uncooked Pasta (of choice)
    • 2 cups Cooked Chicken Breasts (diced ot shredded)
    • ¼ teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional)

    Avocado sauce for pasta

    • 1 large Ripe Avocado
    • ¼ cup Fresh Basil Leaves
    • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley Leaves
    • 2 Scallion (only green part)
    • 2 large Garlic cloves (or 4 small)
    • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
    • ¼ cup Parmesan Cheese (grated plus more for serving)
    • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • ¼ teaspoon Sea Salt (or to taste)
    • ¼ teaspoon Freshly Ground Pepper (or to taste)

    For serving (optional)

    • Rocket Leaves (as needed)
    • Toasted Sourdough
    • Roasted Cherry Tomatoes (as needed)
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    Instructions

    • Cook pasta in a large pot of salted water (or according to package instructions) until al dente.
    • Reserve some pasta water(¾ - 1 cup) and set it aside. Drain the pasta well and keep it aside.

    Make Avocado Sauce

    • Cut avocado in half and remove the seed.
    • Scoop out the avocado flesh and place it the food processor along with fresh basil, parsley, scallion, garlic cloves, grated parmesan, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt and pepper.
    • Blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the salt, pepper or seasoning of your choice, if needed. If the sauce seems too thick for your choice, feel free to add little milk or pasta water, if desired.

    Assemble Pasta

    • Toss the pasta with avocado sauce, cooked chicken breasts, red pepper flakes and reserved pasta water.
    • Sprinkle some more grated parmesan, red pepper flakes and serve with rocket leaves, roasted cherry tomatoes and toasted bread on side. Enjoy!

    Notes

    Transfer the cooled leftovers in a sealed container and keep stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
    Do not freeze as avocado sauce pasta will not hold up well to freezing.
    To reheat: I suggest serving the pasta cold once it has been refrigerated. Reheating the dish will change the flavor of the otherwise raw avocado sauce.
    However, if you prefer the pasta warm, you can reheat it in short 30 second bursts in the microwave at 50% power. If the noodles and sauce are a bit too dry, add a splash of warm water or milk to loosen everything up a bit.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 610kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 64mg | Sodium: 309mg | Potassium: 642mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 592IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 121mg | Iron: 2mg
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