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Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta

Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta
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Indulge in the delightful flavors of Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta, a perfect blend of sweet and savory that will satisfy your cravings any night of the week. This dish features tender chicken coated in a luscious honey-pepper sauce, tossed with hearty rigatoni pasta for a comforting meal that’s quick to prepare. In just 30 minutes, you can serve up a dish that’s not only delicious but also family-friendly and versatile. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins, making it as unique as your taste buds desire. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a special family gathering, this Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta is sure to impress!

Ingredients

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  • 2 large chicken breasts, cubed
  • 10 oz rigatoni pasta
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium carrots, sliced
  • Salt to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook rigatoni in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve some pasta water before draining.
  2. Season cubed chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sauté chicken until golden brown; set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sliced carrots; cook until softened, then add minced garlic.
  4. Reduce heat and stir in butter, honey, soy sauce, and black pepper; simmer for about 2-3 minutes.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet and combine everything with the cooked pasta; adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
  6. Serve warm topped with chopped green onions.

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