Smoky White Cheddar Honey Butter Chicken Pasta Skillet
A comforting pasta dish featuring smoky white cheddar and honey butter sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta of choice
- 1 lb chicken breast, diced
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 cup white cheddar cheese, shredded
- 2 tbsp butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in the garlic and smoked paprika, cooking for another minute until fragrant.
- Add honey to the skillet and mix well to combine with the chicken and spices.
- Gradually add the cooked pasta and white cheddar cheese to the skillet, stirring until the cheese melts and everything is well combined.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, adjusting based on your preference.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley for a pop of color and fresh flavor.
Notes
Consider adding extra veggies like spinach or bell peppers during the sautéing phase for added nutrition.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 475
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg