Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz (225 g) of your favorite pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 cup chicken broth or water
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional for extra spice)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of boiling salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken strips with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add minced garlic to the same skillet and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Pour in chicken broth, honey, and black pepper. Stir and simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss until well coated with the sauce. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil. Serve immediately for a perfect weeknight dinner.
Notes
- Use high-quality pasta for better texture and flavor.
- If you prefer a creamier sauce, add a splash of heavy cream or Greek yogurt at the end.
- Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese before serving for added flavor.
- Adjust spice level with red pepper flakes according to your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 78g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg