Description
Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Penne is a mouthwatering pasta dish that perfectly marries the comforting flavors of Italian cuisine with sweet and savory Asian-inspired sauce. This delightful recipe features tender chicken coated in a sticky honey garlic sauce, served over perfectly cooked penne pasta. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, it comes together in just 35 minutes, making it the ultimate quick and satisfying meal. With its vibrant flavors and easy preparation, this dish will impress both kids and adults alike. Customize it with your favorite veggies or protein for endless variations!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp ginger (minced)
- Optional: 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Garnish: sliced green onions, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions in a large pot of salted boiling water. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and cook the chicken pieces seasoned with salt and pepper until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Pour this mixture over the cooked chicken in the skillet and simmer for 3-5 minutes until the sauce thickens.
- Toss the cooked penne into the skillet with the chicken and sauce until well coated.
- Serve warm, garnished with sliced green onions and sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian/Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 860mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 74g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 80mg