Description
Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta is a delightful combination of tender chicken marinated in a sweet and spicy sauce, perfectly tossed with al dente pasta and vibrant vegetables. This creamy dish is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, offering a flavor-packed experience that will impress your family and guests alike. With its quick preparation time, you can enjoy a restaurant-quality meal at home in just 45 minutes. The balance of honey, soy sauce, and spices creates an irresistible flavor profile that’s sure to become a favorite on your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 ounces penne or rigatoni pasta
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Bell peppers and spinach for added nutrition
Instructions
- Marinate the chicken in a mixture of honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, black pepper, chili flakes, and garlic powder for at least 20 minutes.
- Coat the chicken with flour mixed with paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in a skillet until golden brown.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain.
- Combine cooked chicken with marinade in the skillet until thickened. Add butter and garlic.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted; mix in bell peppers and spinach.
- Toss the pasta with the creamy sauce until well-coated.
- Garnish with parsley before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (250g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 115mg