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Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta

Sweet and Spicy Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta for Quick Dinners

A quick and delicious Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta recipe that blends sweetness and spice for a perfect family dinner.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta feel free to use gluten-free pasta
For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breast thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil can substitute with butter
For the Sauce
  • 0.25 cup Honey or use maple syrup or agave nectar
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly cracked
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 cup Pasta Water reserve before draining pasta
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Vegetables like spinach or bell peppers

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add pasta and cook until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Reserve pasta water, drain, and keep warm.
  2. Heat the Olive Oil: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Add sliced chicken to the skillet and cook 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Sauté the Garlic: Reduce heat to medium, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add Honey and Pepper: Stir in honey and black pepper, cooking for an additional 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens.
  6. Combine Pasta and Sauce: Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with chicken and gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
  7. Final Touches: Cook together for another minute, stirring occasionally and adjusting seasoning as needed.
  8. Serve and Enjoy: Plate the pasta and optionally sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve warm with sides like salad or garlic bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This dish can be customized with different vegetables and proteins to suit your taste. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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