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Zesty Honey BBQ Chicken Pasta with Creamy Bacon & Spinach

Zesty Honey BBQ Chicken Pasta with Creamy Spinach


  • Author: Claire
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Zesty Honey BBQ Chicken Pasta with Creamy Spinach is a quick and delicious meal that brings a perfect balance of flavors to your dinner table.


Ingredients

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  • 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 (for garnish)
  • Cooked pasta of your choice

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Stir in minced garlic and smoked paprika; cook for an additional minute.
  3. Squeeze lemon juice over the chicken and pour in honey BBQ sauce, mixing well to coat the chicken evenly. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until heated through.
  4. Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the chicken mixture, stirring until everything is well combined. Serve hot, garnished with fresh spinach if desired.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 380
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 610mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Customize by adding seasonal vegetables or substituting turkey for chicken. For added texture, consider using whole grain pasta.