Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Best Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta, a delightful dish that combines sweet and spicy notes with creamy pasta. This recipe features juicy grilled chicken glazed in a honey-pepper sauce, served over perfectly cooked pasta, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or special gatherings. In just 35 minutes, you can savor this comforting meal that promises to become a family favorite. Whether paired with a fresh salad or garlic bread, this dish is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper (adjust to taste)
- Salt, to taste
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
Instructions
- Mix honey, soy sauce, vinegar, pepper, and salt in a bowl. Grill seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides. Pour sauce over the chicken and cook for an additional few minutes before slicing.
- Boil salted water and cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic, then add cream and cheese to create a smooth sauce. Season as desired.
- Toss cooked pasta in the sauce and top with sliced chicken before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling and Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg