Description
Easy Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a sweet and spicy sauce, fresh vegetables, and perfectly cooked pasta. This vibrant meal not only pleases the palate but also brings family and friends together for memorable dining experiences. Quick to prepare, it’s perfect for busy weeknights yet impressive enough for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup bell peppers, sliced (mix of colors)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 green onions, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Gather and chop chicken into bite-sized pieces; season with salt and pepper.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and sauté until golden brown (5-7 minutes).
- Whisk together honey, soy sauce, garlic, and black pepper in a small bowl; pour over cooked chicken.
- Add sliced bell peppers and sauté for an additional 3 minutes until tender.
- Drain pasta (reserve some water) and mix it into the skillet with the chicken and veggies; add reserved water as needed to create a cohesive sauce.
- Garnish with green onions before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg