Description
Tender chicken bites tossed in a rich honey butter garlic sauce, paired beautifully with creamy, cheesy pasta.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: chopped parsley for garnish
- 8 oz pasta (your choice)
- 2 cups shredded cheese (cheddar or mozzarella)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook until the chicken is golden and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Make the Honey Butter Sauce: Reduce the heat to low and stir in the honey. Continue to cook for an additional 2 minutes, allowing the chicken to absorb the sauce’s flavors.
- Prepare the Cheesy Sauce: In a saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat. Add the shredded cheese and stir until melted and creamy. Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper.
- Combine Everything: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the chicken and pour the cheesy sauce on top. Stir everything together until the pasta is well coated.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.
Notes
Don’t overcook the chicken to keep it tender. Feel free to customize with different cheeses or add vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American