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Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta

Easy Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta: Best Recipe

  • Author: Brian Murry
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta is vibrant, sweet, slightly spicy, and incredibly easy to make. Inspired by Southeast Asian flavors, it’s a quick and satisfying dish perfect for any busy weeknight or casual gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch cubes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) olive oil
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) honey
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) sriracha (or more, to taste)
  • 1 tsp (5ml) grated ginger
  • 1 minced garlic clove
  • 1/2 tsp (2.5ml) black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 lb (450g) pasta (penne, rotini, or your favorite shape)
  • 1/4 cup (30g) chopped green onions

Instructions

  1. Season the chicken generously with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and cooked through (6-8 minutes).
  4. Add the sliced red and green bell peppers to the skillet and cook for 2-3 minutes.
  5. Stir in the honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sriracha, grated ginger, minced garlic, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.
  6. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  7. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package directions (8-10 minutes).
  8. Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the chicken and sauce.
  9. Toss to coat and heat through (about 2 minutes).
  10. Garnish with chopped green onions and serve immediately.

Notes

For a creamy variation, stir in a splash of heavy cream or coconut milk. To make it spicier, add extra sriracha or chopped jalapeños. Leftovers can be stored for up to 3 days in the refrigerator.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 620
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 78g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: honey pepper chicken, pasta recipe, easy chicken pasta, weeknight dinner

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