Description
Discover the magic of sweet and spicy flavors with this Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish features tender chicken and creamy pasta, all tossed in a delightful honey-pepper sauce. Easy to prepare and sure to impress, it brings warmth and joy to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/3 cup pure honey
- 1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper (or to taste)
- 8 oz pasta (spaghetti or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Mince the garlic and have the chicken ready.
- Cook the chicken: Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side) and reaches an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Make the sauce: In the same skillet, lower heat and sauté garlic for about 30 seconds. Add honey and stir until bubbly.
- Combine: Slice chicken into strips and return to skillet along with cooked pasta and heavy cream. Toss until well coated; simmer for a couple of minutes.
- Serve: Plate the pasta, top with Parmesan cheese, and garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 670
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 90mg