Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta (Printable Version)
Tender chicken, honey, and bell peppers come together in a satisfying sweet and spicy pasta meal.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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300 g fettuccine pasta or pasta of choice
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3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
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1/4 cup (60 ml) pure honey
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1/4 cup (60 ml) low-sodium soy sauce
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1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
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2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Optional Garnish
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Chili flakes, to taste
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Green onions, chopped
# Step-by-Step Guide:
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Cook fettuccine in a large pot of boiling salted water according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken breasts with freshly ground black pepper. Sauté chicken until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 6–8 minutes per batch. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside; slice into strips.
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In the same skillet, add minced garlic and bell pepper. Sauté for 2–3 minutes until fragrant and bell pepper has softened slightly.
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Lower heat to medium and stir in honey and low-sodium soy sauce. Let sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Return sliced chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Add cooked pasta and optional chili flakes, tossing well to ensure even distribution of sauce.
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Transfer pasta to serving plates and garnish with chopped green onions. Serve immediately while hot.
# Additional Notes:
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For best flavor, use freshly minced garlic and high-quality honey.