Description
Zesty Honey BBQ Chicken Pasta with Creamy Spinach is a delightful weeknight meal that combines tender chicken, creamy sauce, and vibrant spinach. This dish comes together in just 30 minutes, making it a perfect choice for busy nights or casual gatherings. The zesty honey BBQ sauce adds a touch of sweetness and smokiness, ensuring each bite is packed with flavor. Whether served warm or as a chilled pasta salad, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
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
- 1/4 cup honey BBQ sauce
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 4 cups cooked pasta (your choice)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper and add to the skillet.
- Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add smoked paprika and mix well to coat the chicken.
- Pour in honey BBQ sauce and lemon juice, mixing thoroughly until all ingredients are combined.
- Toss in cooked pasta and fresh spinach; stir until the spinach wilts slightly. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added crunch, consider topping your dish with crispy chickpeas or turkey bacon as an alternative to traditional bacon. Feel free to incorporate seasonal vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for extra nutrition.