Easy Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta (Print-Friendly Version)
Juicy chicken, honey-pepper sauce, pasta and fresh herbs for a comforting, satisfying dish any night.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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12 ounces penne or fettuccine pasta
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1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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0.5 bell pepper, sliced (red, yellow, or green)
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
→ Sauce & Seasoning
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2 tablespoons soy sauce
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2 tablespoons honey
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0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, divided
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Salt, to taste
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2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional
# How to Make It:
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Boil a large pot of salted water. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Season the chicken pieces with a pinch of salt and approximately 0.25 teaspoon of black pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter. Add minced garlic and sliced bell pepper. Sauté for 2 to 3 minutes until peppers soften and garlic is fragrant, avoiding burning.
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Add honey and soy sauce to the skillet. Stir in the remaining 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, or more to taste. Simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce slightly thickens.
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Return cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir to evenly coat in the sauce. Add drained pasta and toss until all ingredients are coated and well combined.
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Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or black pepper if desired. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving. Serve warm.
# Extra Suggestions:
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For added flavor, garnish with freshly grated Parmesan cheese if not following a dairy-free diet.