Description
Smoky White Cheddar Honey Butter Chicken Pasta Skillet is a delightful one-skillet meal that combines creamy white cheddar with the rich flavors of smoky paprika and the sweetness of honey butter. Perfect for busy weeknights, this dish brings together tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a luscious sauce that will leave your family asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 pound pasta (penne or rotini)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 1/2 cups shredded white cheddar cheese
- Green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil a large pot of salted water. Cook the pasta until al dente, drain, and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add honey, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper; stir until combined.
- Add chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and fully cooked through.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream; bring to a gentle simmer while stirring.
- Mix in the drained pasta until coated with sauce.
- Stir in shredded white cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Adjust seasoning as needed and serve hot, garnished with sliced green onions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg