Description
Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta is a delightful fusion of sweet and spicy flavors that comes together in just 30 minutes. This easy-to-make dish features tender chicken sautéed with garlic, vibrant bell peppers, and a luscious honey garlic sauce, all tossed with your choice of pasta. It’s perfect for busy weeknights or when entertaining guests, appealing to both kids and adults alike. With minimal cleanup required as it’s prepared in one skillet, this recipe is not only delicious but also practical. Elevate your dining experience by serving it alongside a fresh salad or crusty garlic bread.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Fettuccine pasta (or pasta of your choice)
- 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
- Preparation: Bring a pot of salted water to boil and cook fettuccine according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté Chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, sautéing until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Add Flavor: Incorporate minced garlic and sliced bell pepper into the skillet, cooking until fragrant (2-3 minutes).
- Make Sauce: Pour in honey and soy sauce; stir well and let simmer until slightly thickened (3-5 minutes).
- Combine: Toss cooked fettuccine into the skillet until well-coated with the sauce. Add optional chili flakes if desired.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped green onions before enjoying!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 65mg