Description
Discover the delicious and easy Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta recipe, a perfect blend of sweet honey, spicy black pepper, and tender chicken combined with creamy sauce and vibrant peppers. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners, this flavorful dish promises satisfaction in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons black pepper, freshly ground
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 green bell pepper, sliced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the sliced chicken with salt and black pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through—about 5-7 minutes. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sliced bell peppers. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until peppers are tender but still vibrant.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in honey and freshly ground black pepper. Pour in the heavy cream and stir continuously. Let simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the cooked pasta to the skillet, tossing gently to coat the noodles evenly. Garnish with chopped parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken breasts with thighs for a juicier result.
- Adjust honey and pepper to taste for sweeter or spicier flavors.
- This dish pairs well with a light side salad or garlic bread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520 Kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg