Description
Indulge in the heartwarming flavors of Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta, a dish that brings together tender chicken, a zesty honey pepper sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or cozy gatherings, offering a delightful balance of sweet and spicy notes that will leave your taste buds dancing. With vibrant colors and mouthwatering aromas, this culinary delight is sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz Pasta (Fusilli or Penne)
- 1 cup Bell Peppers (diced)
- 1/4 cup Honey
- 1 tsp Black Pepper (freshly cracked)
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil (extra virgin)
- 3 Garlic Cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated)
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all ingredients: chop chicken into bite-sized pieces and dice bell peppers.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil, then add chicken and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and diced bell peppers; sauté for another 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Drizzle honey over the mixture and season with black pepper; stir well to combine.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; reserve some pasta water.
- Drain pasta and add it to the skillet with chicken and sauce; toss thoroughly, adding reserved water as needed.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 375g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 66g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg