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Sticky Smoky Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta

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A comforting pasta dish featuring juicy chicken thighs in a sticky garlic butter sauce with a hint of sweetness from honey and depth from soy sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 8 oz penne or linguine pasta
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: red pepper flakes, chopped parsley, grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta water and then drain the rest.
  2. In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, along with optional red pepper flakes for a hint of heat. Cook the chicken in the skillet, allowing it to develop a golden-brown crust, typically about 5-7 minutes on each side.
  4. Pour in the soy sauce and honey, stirring to coat the chicken. Let this simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Toss the cooked pasta with the chicken in the skillet, adding reserved pasta water gradually until everything is well-coated and luscious.
  6. Serve warm, optionally garnished with chopped parsley and freshly grated Parmesan cheese for an extra touch of flavor.

Notes

For extra veggies, consider adding bell peppers or snap peas. Adjust honey based on desired sweetness.

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