Description

This Honey Pepper Chicken Pasta recipe is a deliciously easy dinner idea that brings sweet, savory, and spicy flavors together in one comforting dish. Featuring tender chicken strips glazed in a sticky honey pepper sauce, colorful bell peppers, and creamy rotini pasta, it’s perfect for weeknight dinners, quick meal prep, or a hearty family meal. A must-try for anyone looking for bold food ideas or restaurant-style pasta at home.

Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast, sliced

to taste salt & black pepper

2 tbsp olive oil

3 cloves garlic, minced

1/3 cup honey

1/4 cup soy sauce

1 tsp freshly ground black pepper

1 red bell pepper, sliced

1 yellow bell pepper, sliced

1/2 cup heavy cream

12 oz cooked rotini pasta

2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

1. Season chicken strips with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken until golden and fully cooked, about 6–7 minutes. Remove and set aside.

2. In the same skillet, add bell peppers and cook for 4–5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

3. Lower heat to medium. Add honey, soy sauce, and black pepper. Simmer for 2 minutes. Return chicken and toss to coat.

4. Pour in heavy cream and stir to combine. Simmer for 3 more minutes until slightly thickened.

5. Add cooked rotini pasta and toss everything together until well combined.

6. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley if desired.

Notes

Make sure not to overcook the bell peppers; keep them slightly crisp for texture.

Use freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor.

Add chili flakes if you want to increase the heat.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Dinner
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 580
Sugar: 17g
Sodium: 820mg
Fat: 22g
Saturated Fat: 8g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 60g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: honey pepper chicken pasta, easy dinner, creamy pasta, chicken pasta, bold flavors