Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Pasta (Printable)

Tender chicken over spaghetti coated in a glossy honey garlic cream sauce with Parmesan.

# Ingredient List:

→ Chicken

01 - 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), pounded to even thickness
02 - 1 teaspoon paprika
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

→ Honey Garlic Sauce & Pasta

06 - ⅓ cup honey
07 - ¼ cup soy sauce
08 - 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
10 - ½ teaspoon garlic salt
11 - ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
12 - 2 cups chicken broth
13 - ½ cup heavy whipping cream
14 - 8 ounces spaghetti, uncooked
15 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
16 - 2 tablespoons water
17 - ¼ cup Parmesan cheese, grated

→ Garnish

18 - Chopped fresh parsley
19 - Extra red pepper flakes

# How to Make:

01 - Season the chicken breasts evenly with paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper on both sides.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Cook for 5 minutes on one side until golden brown.
03 - Flip the chicken, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook another 5 to 7 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F. Remove from skillet and tent with foil to keep warm.
04 - In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, garlic salt, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
05 - In the same skillet over medium-high heat, pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
06 - Add uncooked spaghetti, fanning it out or breaking in half so it lays flat. Stir with tongs to coat and submerge. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente and most liquid is absorbed.
07 - In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with water to create a smooth slurry.
08 - Pour the honey garlic sauce over the pasta. Stir well, then immediately add the cornstarch slurry. Simmer uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until sauce thickens and coats the pasta.
09 - Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Slice the cooked chicken and arrange on top of the pasta.
10 - Garnish with chopped parsley and extra red pepper flakes if desired. Serve immediately while hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It perfectly balances sweet honey, savory soy, and a creamy Parmesan finish.
  • The entire dish is prepared in one skillet, including cooking the pasta directly in the sauce base.
  • It is highly adaptable and uses pantry staples like honey and soy sauce.
  • You get a high-protein meal with 34g of protein per serving.
02 -
  • Pound the chicken to an even thickness before seasoning to ensure it cooks through uniformly without drying out.
  • Don't skip the cornstarch slurry, as it is the key to achieving that signature "sticky" and glossy restaurant-style sauce.
  • Always check the internal temperature of the chicken with a meat thermometer to ensure it reaches exactly 165°F (74°C) for safety and juiciness.
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