Comfort Chicken Pasta with Smoky Garlic Butter Flavors
A comforting pasta dish infused with smoky garlic butter, tender chicken, and a hint of sweetness from honey, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 8 oz penne or linguine pasta
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes, chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, then drain.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. In the same skillet, add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, around 6-7 minutes per side.
- Pour in the soy sauce and honey. Let it simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the drained pasta to the skillet, mixing in the reserved pasta water until well coated with the sauce.
- Serve the pasta warm, topped with parsley and Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For a dairy-free version, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg