Description
This Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta recipe combines tender chicken, savory bell peppers, and a sweet yet tangy sauce for a delicious meal that is sure to impress. The perfect balance of flavors makes this dish a favorite for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
For the Pasta:
- Fettuccine pasta (or pasta of your choice)
For the Sauce:
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup pure honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: chili flakes for extra heat
- Green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the Chicken: In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sauté seasoned chicken until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- Add Flavors: Add minced garlic and sliced bell peppers; cook until fragrant.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in honey and soy sauce; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine: Toss in cooked pasta and optional chili flakes; coat well with the sauce.
- Serve: Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sauté, Simmer
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 420 kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Sweet and Savory Pasta, Easy Pasta Recipe
