Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken, a sweet and spicy honey pepper sauce, and pasta for a quick and flavorful meal.

Scale

8 oz pasta (penne or your choice)

2 chicken breasts, cut into strips

2 tbsp olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/4 cup honey

1 tbsp black pepper, freshly ground

1 tbsp soy sauce

Salt to taste

Chopped parsley for garnish

1. Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. Add chicken strips, season with salt, and cook until browned and cooked through.

4. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute.

5. In a small bowl, whisk honey, black pepper, and soy sauce.

6. Pour the sauce over chicken and cook for 2-3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.

7. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat evenly.

8. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Adjust black pepper amount to your preferred spice level.

Use whole wheat or gluten-free pasta as needed.

Add vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.

Keywords: honey pepper chicken, quick pasta, easy dinner, sweet and spicy chicken