Description
A comforting and indulgent dish featuring crispy honey pepper chicken paired with creamy garlic butter pasta, blending sweet, spicy, and rich flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or cornstarch for extra crispiness)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, for frying
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon hot sauce (optional)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 8 oz spaghetti or fettuccine
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and paprika, then dredge in flour, shaking off any excess.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine honey, soy sauce, black pepper, hot sauce (if using), and minced garlic. Simmer until slightly thickened. Add chicken and toss to coat.
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until sauce is smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add cooked pasta to the creamy garlic sauce and toss until well coated.
- Plate the pasta and top with honey pepper chicken. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use cornstarch instead of flour for extra crispy chicken.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or milk and butter for a lighter option.
- To adjust spice, change the amount of hot sauce or omit it entirely.
- Add sautéed vegetables like bell peppers or spinach for extra nutrition.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
