Best Honey Pepper Chicken Panini Pasta Recipe
This honey pepper chicken panini pasta recipe combines tender chicken, a rich honey pepper glaze, and perfectly cooked pasta for a flavorful dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup cooked pasta (penne or rotini)
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/4 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 2 slices of panini bread (optional for serving)
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat and cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and slice.
- Make the Honey Pepper Sauce: In a saucepan, mix honey, black pepper, red pepper flakes, soy sauce, and apple cider vinegar. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine Pasta and Sauce: Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce, stirring to coat evenly.
- Assemble the Panini (Optional): Butter the panini bread, layer with mozzarella cheese, and add the pasta-chicken mix. Grill until golden.
- Serve Hot: Enjoy as a pasta dish or a panini-style sandwich!
Notes
- Adjust honey and pepper levels for desired sweetness and heat.
- Use grilled chicken for extra smoky flavor.
- Serve with a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 640mg