Honey Garlic Chicken Bites with Creamy Bowtie Pasta
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Garlic Chicken Bites with Creamy Bowtie Pasta, a dish that perfectly balances sweet and savory notes. This quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings, combining tender chicken bites coated in a luscious honey garlic glaze with rich, creamy bowtie pasta. With its enticing blend of ingredients, it’s sure to impress your family and friends alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 8 oz bowtie pasta (farfalle)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the bowtie pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1-2 minutes. Stir in honey, soy sauce, and red pepper flakes; simmer until thickened (2-3 minutes).
- Return chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- In another pan, melt butter over medium heat; sauté garlic, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan until thickened (2-3 minutes). Season to taste.
- Combine cooked pasta with creamy sauce; serve topped with honey garlic chicken bites.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 120mg