Description
Zesty Honey BBQ Chicken Pasta with Creamy Spinach is a delightful blend of flavors that’s perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a busy weeknight or a weekend gathering. This dish features tender chicken coated in a sweet and tangy honey BBQ sauce, complemented by creamy spinach and served over your favorite pasta. With its quick preparation time and nutritious ingredients, it’s sure to become a family favorite. Enjoy this easy-to-make recipe that offers a satisfying meal packed with flavor and nutrition!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup honey BBQ sauce
- Fresh spinach (to taste)
- Pasta of your choice
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned (about 5-7 minutes).
- Stir in the minced garlic and smoked paprika; cook for an additional 30 seconds.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken mixture and stir to combine.
- Pour in the honey BBQ sauce and mix well to coat all chicken pieces.
- Add fresh spinach towards the end, allowing it to wilt slightly before serving over pasta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 80mg