Description
Experience the delightful harmony of flavors in Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta, a dish that effortlessly combines sweet and spicy elements for a satisfying meal. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this quick and comforting dinner, perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. Tender chicken coated in a rich honey glaze mingles with al dente rigatoni, all enveloped in a creamy honey-pepper sauce that makes every bite irresistible. Its versatility allows for easy customization, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. Enjoy this delicious fusion of tastes that everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, cubed
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt to taste
- Sliced carrots and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve some pasta water.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown; set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté sliced carrots for about 3-4 minutes. Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Lower heat and add butter, honey, soy sauce, and pepper to the skillet; simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken to the skillet; stir in cooked rigatoni and reserved pasta water as needed to adjust sauce consistency.
- Serve warm, garnished with green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 80mg