Description
Looking for the best sweet and savory pasta? This easy honey pepper chicken pasta is quick, flavorful, and perfect for weeknight meals! A creamy spicy comfort dish with simple ingredients, it’s one of the best quick pasta ideas to make for dinner tonight!
Ingredients
- 8 oz linguine or fettuccine
- 2 chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon cracked black pepper (or to taste)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water and drain.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear until golden and cooked through.
- Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and butter. Let simmer until slightly thickened.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in sauce. Use reserved pasta water to loosen if needed.
- Serve topped with cracked black pepper and fresh parsley.
Notes
- For a creamier version, add a splash of cream or half-and-half.
- Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu if desired.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Leftovers reheat well with a little butter or water.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American-Fusion