Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta, where tender chicken meets a sweet and spicy glaze, all tossed with perfectly cooked pasta. This dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that brings friends and family together, creating cherished memories filled with laughter and joy. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is easy enough for weeknight dinners yet impressive enough to wow your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 3 green onions, sliced thinly
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince garlic.
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water, add pasta, and cook until al dente (about 10 minutes). Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Create the sauce: Push chicken aside; add garlic to the skillet. Stir until fragrant (30 seconds), then mix in honey and soy sauce.
- Combine: Toss in cooked pasta and reserved water if needed for consistency, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Garnish: Sprinkle with black pepper and green onions before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 400g)
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 84g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 70mg