Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Bites with Cheesy Alfredo Twisted Pasta
Honey Butter Garlic Chicken Bites with Cheesy Alfredo Twisted Pasta is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings together the perfect blend of sweet, savory, and creamy flavors. Tender chicken bites glazed in honey and garlic are paired with twisted pasta enveloped in a rich Alfredo sauce, creating a comforting meal that’s perfect for family dinners or casual gatherings. Quick to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is both kid-friendly and versatile enough to serve as a main course or side dish. Impress your loved ones with this flavorful combination that keeps everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breast
- 12 oz twisted pasta (rotini or fusilli)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente, reserve some pasta water, drain, and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Sear in a large skillet with olive oil until browned.
- Add butter and honey to the skillet, tossing chicken until glazed.
- In the same skillet, create the Alfredo sauce by whisking butter and flour before gradually incorporating heavy cream and cream cheese until smooth.
- Stir in cheeses, seasonings, and add reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
- Combine cooked pasta with sauce and return glazed chicken to the skillet; mix well.
- Serve hot garnished with parsley and extra cheese if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 130mg