Description
Spicy Honey Habanero Chicken Pasta is the perfect balance of bold heat and sticky sweetness. Tender chicken is coated in a glossy honey-habanero glaze, then tossed with perfectly cooked pasta for a comforting, flavor-packed meal. It’s satisfying, high in protein, and ideal for prepping ahead so your lunches stay exciting all week. If you love sweet and spicy combos, this one delivers every time.
Ingredients
For the Chicken
1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breast, diced
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Honey Habanero Sauce
⅓ cup honey
1 habanero pepper, finely minced (remove seeds for less heat)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
½ tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp cornstarch + 1 tbsp water (slurry)
For the Pasta
12 oz whole wheat or protein pasta
½ cup reserved pasta water
¼ cup chopped parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions. Reserve ½ cup pasta water before draining.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté garlic and habanero for about 30 seconds. Stir in honey, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and smoked paprika. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
Add cornstarch slurry and cook until the sauce thickens into a glossy glaze.
Return chicken to the pan. Add cooked pasta and a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen the sauce. Toss until evenly coated.
Divide evenly into four meal prep containers and garnish with parsley if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 520
- Fat: 12g
- Protein: 42g