Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin strips
- 8 oz (about 225 grams) of your favorite pasta (penne, spaghetti, or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Optional: crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
- Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add sliced chicken breasts and cook until golden and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in honey and black pepper. Optional: add red pepper flakes for extra spice. Let simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add cooked chicken back to the skillet and toss with the sauce. Then, add cooked pasta and toss until evenly coated. Adjust seasoning as needed.
Notes
- Use freshly ground black pepper for best flavor.
- Adjust honey quantity to taste for desired sweetness.
- Cook pasta al dente to prevent mushiness upon reheating.
- For added nutrition, mix in vegetables like bell peppers or spinach.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stove Top
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Nut Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 1 cup)
- Calories: 460 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 63 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg