Description
A delightful and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken, honey, and a blend of spices.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Start by cooking your pasta until perfectly al dente. There’s something comforting about the rhythm of boiling pasta—it sets the stage for everything that follows. Drain and set aside, saving a bit of pasta water in case you need it later.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. In a warm skillet with olive oil, cook the chicken until golden and fully cooked. The sizzling sound and aroma are always a good sign that something delicious is underway. Remove the chicken, let it rest, then slice it into bite-sized pieces.
- In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté the garlic until fragrant. This step always feels like the heart of the recipe—simple, but it fills the kitchen with warmth.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese, letting it melt into a smooth, velvety sauce. Then add the honey, soy sauce, and cracked black pepper. This is where the magic happens—the sauce transforms into that signature sweet and peppery blend that defines honey pepper chicken panini pasta.
- Return the chicken to the pan, followed by the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until each piece is coated in the creamy sauce. If needed, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the texture.
- Sprinkle mozzarella on top and let it melt slightly, creating that irresistible cheesy finish. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
- Feel free to add your favorite vegetables for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg