Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta
A delicious and satisfying dish that combines sweet and savory flavors, perfect for busy weeknights. This creamy pasta dish is a delightful meal that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Pasta and Chicken
- 12 oz penne pasta Cook until al dente.
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
- Salt and black pepper To taste.
Sauce Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic Minced.
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half or coconut milk.
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Plus extra for serving.
Garnish
- Fresh parsley Chopped, for garnish.
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the penne pasta until it is al dente, drain, and set it aside.
- Season the bite-sized chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
Cooking
- In a large pan, heat the olive oil and butter over medium heat. Sauté the chicken until it is fully cooked, then remove it from the pan and set it aside.
- In the same pan, add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, honey, soy sauce, and crushed red pepper flakes. Let this mixture simmer until it thickens.
- Return the cooked chicken to the pan and stir to coat it in the sauce.
- Add in the grated Parmesan cheese and mix until the sauce is creamy.
- Toss in the cooked pasta until everything is well combined.
Serving
- Garnish with chopped parsley and extra cheese if desired. Serve hot!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat by adding a splash of chicken broth or cream.