Creamy Brown Butter Pumpkin Pasta with chicken is a cozy, autumn-inspired dish. It features pasta coated in a velvety pumpkin sauce, where the nutty richness of brown butter complements the smooth, spiced pumpkin, creating a perfect balance of savory and sweet. Juicy pieces of chicken add extra heartiness, while a sprinkle of rosemary breadcrumbs and Parmesan ties the flavors together and adds texture. The dish is creamy, warm, and bursting with fall flavors, making it the ultimate comfort meal. For more good eats, follow Brandon on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/brandongouveia/?hl=en">Instagram</a>.

Quick Info

⏱️ 50 min • 🍽️ 4 servings • ⭐ 93%

Nutrition

1163 cal • 61g protein • 93g carbs • 61g fat

Tags

[Dinner] • [Under 1 Hour]

Ingredients

• 12 ounces mafaldine pasta, or other dried ribbon pasta
• 2.5 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup panko bread crumbs
• 3 tablespoons fresh rosemary, chopped
• 2 teaspoon salt, divided, plus more to taste
• 1 pound chicken breast, diced
• 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 5 garlic cloves, minced
• ¾ cup pumpkin purée
• 2 teaspoons fresh sage, chopped
• 1 cup mascarpone
• ½ teaspoon allspice
• 1.5 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish

Instructions Preview

1. In a large pot of salted water, cook the p…
2. In a large pan over medium heat, add olive…
3. In a large bowl, season the chicken with C…

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Recipe by: Brandon Gouveia • From: Tasty