That sounds like a delicious and comforting dish! Here’s a full recipe for Honey Pepper Chicken with Creamy Garlic Butter Pasta—perfect for a cozy dinner.
🍯 Honey Pepper Chicken
Ingredients:
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (halved horizontally to make 4 cutlets)
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1/2 tsp salt
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1/2 tsp black pepper
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1/2 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
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2 tbsp cornstarch (for a light coating)
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2 tbsp olive oil or butter (for frying)
Honey Pepper Sauce:
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3 tbsp honey
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1 tbsp soy sauce
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1 tbsp apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
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1 tsp freshly cracked black pepper (adjust to taste)
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
Instructions:
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Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika.
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Lightly coat in cornstarch.
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Heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 3–4 mins per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, reduce heat to medium and add garlic. Sauté 30 seconds.
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Add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Stir and simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Return chicken to pan and coat with sauce.
🧄 Creamy Garlic Butter Pasta
Ingredients:
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8 oz fettuccine or spaghetti
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2 tbsp butter
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup grated Parmesan
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Optional: chopped parsley or fresh basil for garnish
Instructions:
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Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water.
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In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant (1 minute).
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Stir in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
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Add Parmesan, stir until melted. Season with salt and pepper.
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Toss drained pasta into the sauce. Add pasta water as needed to loosen.
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Serve immediately with honey pepper chicken on top or on the side.
🍽️ Serving Suggestion:
Top with extra cracked black pepper, a sprinkle of fresh herbs, and maybe a squeeze of lemon for brightness.
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