Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta, a quick and easy dish that fuses sweet honey with spicy black pepper, creating a sauce that elevates tender chicken and pasta to new heights. Perfect for busy weeknight dinners or family gatherings, this recipe is not only delicious but also highly adaptable. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up a satisfying meal that appeals to both kids and adults alike. Whether you choose to customize it with your favorite vegetables or serve it with warm garlic bread, this honey-glazed pasta dish is sure to become a household favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450g)
- 8 oz (225g) penne or fusilli pasta
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Slice chicken into thin strips. In a skillet over medium-high heat, heat olive oil and cook chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from pan.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add honey, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir for about a minute.
- Return chicken to the skillet along with drained pasta. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed for a glossy sauce.
- Serve immediately garnished with fresh parsley.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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