Irresistibly Easy Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta Recipe You'll Love
This Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta delivers creamy comfort with a hint of sweetness and spice, perfect for a quick weeknight dinner.
Equipment
- large pot
- Large skillet
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- cutting board
- knife
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 12 oz penne pasta Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free option.
For the Chicken
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Substitute with tofu, shrimp, or mushrooms for variation.
- Salt
- Black pepper
For the Sauce
- 1 tablespoon olive oil A pure olive oil swap makes it dairy-free.
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Infuses the dish with aromatic depth.
- 1 cup chicken broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- ½ cup heavy cream Opt for half-and-half or plant-based cream for a lighter sauce.
- ¼ cup honey Balances the spice with sweetness.
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce Use gluten-free soy sauce for gluten-free diets.
- ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Adjust according to taste preference.
- ½ cup grated Parmesan Swap with nutritional yeast for a dairy-free choice.
For Garnish
- Chopped parsley Fresh color and flavor to brighten the dish.
Instructions
Cooking Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and toss with olive oil to prevent sticking.
- Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized chunks, seasoning them generously with salt and black pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the chicken and sauté until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant, stirring constantly.
- Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, honey, soy sauce, and crushed red pepper flakes. Stir and let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, stirring to coat with the sauce.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and creamy.
- Toss the cooked penne into the skillet, mixing well until every piece is coated with the sauce.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
A squeeze of lemon juice adds a refreshing twist to the dish.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 75gProtein: 35gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg
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