Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta, a quick and satisfying meal that marries sweet and savory elements with a peppery kick. Tender chicken, coated in a rich honey glaze, is tossed with perfectly cooked rigatoni pasta and vibrant carrots, making it an ideal dish for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This recipe not only delivers on taste but also offers versatility—customize it with your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice level to suit your palate. With under 30 minutes of preparation and cooking time, this dish is sure to become a staple in your dinner rotation.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts (cubed)
- 10 oz rigatoni pasta
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 medium carrots (sliced)
- Salt (to taste)
- 2 tablespoons chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- In a skillet, heat olive oil and sauté seasoned chicken until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add carrots and garlic; cook until softened.
- Stir in butter, honey, soy sauce, and black pepper; simmer until thickened.
- Combine chicken with sauce and add cooked rigatoni; toss well. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Garnish with green onions before serving warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 465
- Sugar: 27g
- Sodium: 570mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg