Twisted Pasta Honey Garlic Chicken (Printable Version)
# What You’ll Need:
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1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
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Salt and pepper to taste
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp honey
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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12 oz twisted pasta (like rotini or fusilli)
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2 tbsp butter
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2 tbsp all-purpose flour
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2 cups milk
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1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
# Steps to Follow:
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Cook twisted pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper.
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In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes.
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Lower heat, add minced garlic and honey to the skillet. Stir well to coat the chicken. Let it simmer for 2 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
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In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
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Slowly whisk in milk, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens, about 4-5 minutes.
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Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning. Mix until the sauce is smooth and creamy.
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Add cooked pasta and honey garlic chicken into the skillet. Toss everything gently to combine and coat well with the sauce.
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Cook for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.