Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz of your favorite pasta (penne, fettuccine, or spaghetti)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce or tamari
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley or green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sliced chicken breasts and season with salt and black pepper. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey, soy sauce, red pepper flakes (if using), and additional black pepper. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together until well combined. Heat for an additional minute to ensure everything is warm and coated with the sauce.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or green onions. Serve hot with your choice of side vegetables or salad.
Notes
- You can substitute the pasta with gluten-free or whole grain options for a healthier twist.
- Adjust the amount of honey and black pepper to suit your taste preferences for sweetness and spice.
- Ensure not to overcook the chicken for tender, juicy results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Contain chicken, gluten if using regular pasta
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 450 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 75mg