Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Penne Skillet
Indulge your family with this Sticky Honey Garlic Chicken Penne Skillet, a quick and delicious meal that comes together in just 30 minutes. With tender chicken simmered in a luscious honey garlic sauce and served over perfectly cooked penne pasta, this one-pan dinner is as convenient as it is flavorful. The sweet and savory profile of the dish makes it a hit for both kids and adults alike, while its customizable nature allows you to add your favorite veggies or adjust the spice level to suit everyone’s taste. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, this recipe ensures minimal cleanup, making it an ideal choice for families on-the-go.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.25 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 lb penne pasta
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken and season with salt and pepper; cook until browned (5-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1 minute.
- Whisk together honey, soy sauce, ketchup, water, cornstarch, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Pour over the chicken.
- Simmer until the sauce thickens (3-4 minutes).
- Toss in the cooked penne and heat through for an additional 2 minutes.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving warm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 290g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg