Description
A delightful pasta dish that combines the sweetness of honey and the savor of garlic with creamy chicken and rotini pasta.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz rotini pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 3 tbsp honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for cooking
- Chopped parsley, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the rotini pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sauté chicken: Heat a skillet over medium heat and drizzle with olive oil. Add the diced chicken, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until it’s browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic and honey: Stir in the minced garlic and honey, letting them cook together for an additional 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Create the sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Incorporate Parmesan: Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese, stirring constantly until it melts and creates a creamy sauce.
- Combine pasta with sauce: Add the cooked rotini to the skillet, tossing it in the sauce to ensure every piece is well-coated.
- Season to taste: Taste the pasta and adjust with salt and pepper as needed.
- Garnish and serve: Plate the pasta and finish with chopped parsley for a pop of color. Enjoy your delicious creation!
Notes
For a lighter dish, consider substituting heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based alternative.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: pasta, chicken, honey garlic, quick dinner, family meal