Description
Spicy Honey Garlic Chicken Alfredo is a delightful blend of creamy Italian comfort and zesty flavor. This dish features tender chicken, enveloped in a rich sauce made from honey, soy sauce, and sriracha, all tossed with fettuccine or penne pasta. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s the perfect solution for busy weeknights or casual get-togethers. Whether you’re a spice lover or just seeking to elevate your pasta night, this recipe promises satisfaction for everyone at the table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb cooked chicken, shredded or diced
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2–3 tbsp sriracha (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp minced garlic
- 1 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil or butter over medium heat. Add chicken and minced garlic; season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes until warmed through.
- In a mixing bowl, combine honey, soy sauce, and sriracha. Pour this mixture into the pot with the chicken and stir for another 2–3 minutes.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and uncooked pasta to the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about 10–12 minutes until pasta is cooked.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Serve warm garnished with chopped green onions or parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg