Creamy Pork Carnitas Pasta

4.80 from 10 votes

Creamy Pork Carnitas Pasta has crazy tender seasoned pork with peppers and creamy pasta. All of the flavors you love about carnitas packed into a delicious meal!

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mexican

Keyword: creamy pork carnitas pasta recipe

Servings:

Ingredients

1 package Smithfield Boneless Pork Shoulder Seasoned Carnitas
8 ounces penne pasta
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 sliced red bell pepper
1 sliced green bell pepper
2 cups heavy cream
½ cup sour cream
¼ cup parmesan cheese
1 teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon cumin
¼ teaspoon paprika
chopped cilantro
avocado
diced tomatoes

Instructions

Prepare 1 package Smithfield Boneless Pork Shoulder Seasoned Carnitas according to package directions. Set aside. Bring water in a large pot to a boil and cook 8 ounces penne pasta until al dente.
In a medium-sized skillet over medium-high heat add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add 1 sliced red bell pepper, 1 sliced green bell pepper, and cook 2-3 minutes or until tender. Set aside on a plate.
Add 2 cups heavy cream, ½ cup sour cream, ¼ cup parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon chili powder, ¼ teaspoon cumin, and ¼ teaspoon paprika to the skillet. Whisk and let simmer until it starts to thicken. Add pork and peppers to the sauce and toss until coated and heated through.
Serve with chopped cilantro , avocado , and diced tomatoes if desired.

Nutrition

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