Bold Buffalo Honey Garlic Chicken Pasta
Bold Buffalo Honey Garlic Chicken Pasta is a vibrant and flavorful dish that combines the spicy kick of buffalo sauce with the sweetness of honey and aromatic garlic. Ready in just 25 minutes, this pasta is perfect for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The colorful presentation garnished with green onions and blue cheese will impress your guests, while its customizable nature allows you to adjust spice levels or substitute proteins, making it a versatile meal for everyone to enjoy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup buffalo sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Green onions and blue cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Boil water in a pot, add penne pasta, and cook until al dente (about 8-10 minutes). Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Stir in minced garlic and sauté for one minute until fragrant.
- Add buffalo sauce, honey, and chicken broth to the skillet. Mix well and let simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Toss cooked penne into the skillet until well coated with the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped green onions and crumbled blue cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg