Description
This Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta recipe is a quick and flavorful 30-minute meal combining tender chicken breast, sweet honey, and spicy black pepper with pasta and sautéed vegetables for a deliciously balanced dish perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 cups pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 cup bell pepper, sliced
- 1/4 cup onion, chopped
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the Oil: In a large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat to prepare for cooking the chicken.
- Cook the Chicken: Add the diced chicken breast to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, until the pieces are browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes.
- Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and sliced bell pepper to the pan and sauté with the chicken until the vegetables become soft and translucent, around 3-4 minutes.
- Add Honey and Pepper: Stir in 1/4 cup of honey and 1 tablespoon of black pepper into the chicken and vegetables, mixing thoroughly to combine the flavors and coat the ingredients evenly.
- Combine Pasta: Add the cooked pasta into the pan with the honey pepper chicken mixture and toss everything together until well incorporated.
- Season to Taste: Season the dish with salt according to your preference and give it a final stir.
- Serve: Serve the honey pepper chicken pasta hot for a comforting and flavorful meal.
Notes
- Use any type of pasta you prefer, such as penne, fusilli, or spaghetti.
- Adjust the amount of black pepper to your preferred level of spiciness.
- Add vegetables like broccoli or zucchini for added nutrition and flavor.
- For a creamier version, stir in some heavy cream or grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- This dish pairs well with a light green salad or garlic bread on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta, Quick Chicken Pasta, Easy Weeknight Dinner, Sweet and Spicy Pasta, 30-Minute Meal
