Best Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta Recipe
This honey pepper chicken panini pasta recipe combines crispy chicken, a rich honey pepper sauce, and creamy pasta for a deliciously satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 2-3 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup penne pasta
- ½ cup honey
- 1 tbsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup chicken broth
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat and cook chicken until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and slice.
- In the same pan, melt butter, then add honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Stir well.
- Pour in chicken broth and let the sauce simmer until slightly thickened.
- Lower heat, add heavy cream and shredded mozzarella, stirring until smooth.
- Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken, tossing to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Adjust honey and pepper levels to balance sweetness and spice.
- Use grilled or crispy chicken for different textures.
- Add extra cheese for a creamier sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 22 g
- Sodium: 750 mg