Description
Discover the ultimate honey pepper chicken pasta, a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner that blends a sweet honey glaze with bold black pepper and juicy chicken. Tossed with al dente pasta and vibrant mixed vegetables, this easy recipe serves four and delivers a glossy, sweet‑spicy coating that makes every bite unforgettable. Perfect for family meals, meal prep, or a satisfying comfort dish, it balances protein, carbs, and garden freshness in one pan. Add a splash of grape juice for brightness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 cup mixed vegetables (bell peppers, broccoli)
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions, drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned.
- Stir in honey, black pepper, and mixed vegetables. Cook 5 minutes until vegetables are tender.
- Toss cooked pasta with the chicken and vegetables. Season with salt and serve.
Notes
- For a brighter flavor
- add a splash of grape juice to the glaze before tossing with pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: honey pepper chicken pasta, easy chicken pasta, sweet and spicy pasta, quick dinner recipes, family pasta meals, chicken pasta dinner, weeknight pasta recipe, honey glaze chicken, pepper chicken pasta, 30 minute meals