Description
A quick and flavorful honey pepper chicken pasta that blends sweet honey, bold black pepper, and tender chicken with al dente pasta and crisp vegetables. Perfect for busy weeknights, this easy recipe delivers a balanced sweet‑spicy sauce, bright colors, and satisfying texture in under 30 minutes. Serve it with a light arugula salad and a glass of chilled grape juice for a bright balanced meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 8 oz pasta of your choice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (like bell peppers and broccoli)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the honey, soy sauce, black pepper, and vegetables. Cook for 5-7 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet. Mix well to combine and heat through. Adjust salt to taste.
Notes
- You can substitute gluten‑free pasta or add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat. Leftovers store well for up to three days refrigerated.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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