Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the rich, velvety flavors of Sticky Smoky Garlic Butter Chicken Pasta. This dish combines the warmth of smoked paprika, the sweetness of honey, and the savory goodness of chicken thighs in a sticky, smoky garlic butter sauce that coats every strand of pasta with bold, caramelized flavors.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Pot
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
For the Pasta
- 8 oz pasta, penne or linguine
For the Sauce
- 3 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
- to taste Salt and pepper
For Garnish
- Chopped parsley
- Grated Parmesan cheese, optional for serving
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Add chicken thighs to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in soy sauce, honey, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes. Let simmer for a few minutes.
- Toss the cooked pasta in the skillet with the sauce until well coated. Serve hot with garnishes.
Notes
You can adjust the amount of red pepper flakes based on your spice preference. Parmesan cheese adds great flavor but is optional.