Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz (340 g) of your favorite pasta (penne, fusilli, or spaghetti)
- 1 lb (450 g) chicken breast or thighs, cut into strips
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons black pepper, freshly cracked
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce (optional for extra umami)
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Start by gathering and prepping all your ingredients. Mince the garlic, cut the chicken into strips, and cook the pasta until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add a little more olive oil if needed. Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add honey, black pepper, and soy sauce if using. Stir well and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the pasta. Toss everything until well coated in the honey pepper glaze. Season with salt to taste.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or basil. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top for added zest and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use gluten-free pasta if you have dietary restrictions.
- Adjust the amount of black pepper for more or less spiciness.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil enhance flavor and presentation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free optional
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 520 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 70 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg