Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups of pasta (penne, fusilli, or your favorite type)
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into strips
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional for extra flavor)
- Salt to taste
- Chopped green onions or parsley for garnish
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for added spice)
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips, season with salt and black pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 5-7 minutes). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add honey, soy sauce (if using), and ground black pepper. Stir well to create a flavorful glaze.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the honey-pepper sauce. Add the cooked pasta and mix until evenly coated. Cook for an additional 2 minutes to meld flavors.
- Transfer to serving dishes, garnish with chopped green onions or parsley, and sprinkle with red pepper flakes if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for variety.
- Add sautéed bell peppers or mushrooms for extra vegetables.
- Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta based on dietary needs.
- Sprinkle with sesame seeds or drizzle with a little sesame oil for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Asian-inspired
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if gluten-free pasta is used)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 450 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 62 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg