Description
One Pot Sweet Honey Pepper Jack Chicken Pasta is a heartwarming dish perfect for busy weeknights. This creamy, spicy pasta combines tender chicken breasts, zesty pepper jack cheese, and a touch of sweetness from honey, all cooked together in one pot for easy cleanup. In just 30 minutes, you can create a flavorful meal that warms the soul and brings everyone to the table. Whether you’re hosting friends or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this dish promises delightful flavors and satisfying comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 bell pepper, diced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 cup shredded pepper jack cheese
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced chicken and season with salt and pepper. Sear until golden brown (5-7 minutes) then remove from pot.
- In the same pot, sauté onion and bell pepper until softened (3-4 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Stir in smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Return the chicken to the pot.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream followed by honey; bring to a gentle simmer.
- Add penne pasta to the pot, stirring to coat in sauce. Cover and cook for about 12-15 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Remove from heat and stir in shredded pepper jack cheese until melted and smooth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg