Description
One-Pot Creamy Honey Garlic Chicken Rigatoni is your go-to comfort food that effortlessly combines flavor and simplicity. This dish features tender chicken breast and rigatoni pasta enveloped in a rich, creamy honey garlic sauce that’s sure to warm your heart and satisfy your cravings. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this one-pot recipe minimizes cleanup while maximizing taste. With every bite, you’ll enjoy a delightful balance of sweetness from honey and richness from cream, creating a memorable meal the whole family will love. Get ready to gather around the table for a cozy dining experience filled with laughter and deliciousness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb diced chicken breast
- 12 oz rigatoni pasta
- 3 cups chicken broth
- ½ cup heavy cream or full-fat coconut milk
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced chicken seasoned with salt and pepper. Sear until golden brown for about 5–7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for another 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, then add rigatoni pasta. Bring to a boil and cook according to package instructions (10–12 minutes) until al dente.
- Reduce heat, stir in heavy cream and honey, followed by soy sauce. Let simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (about 1½ cups)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 95mg