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Delicious Hot Honey Chicken Pasta dish garnished with herbs

Hot Honey Chicken Pasta

A delightful blend of crispy chicken coated in a sweet and spicy hot honey sauce, complemented by creamy fusilli pasta.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • ¾ cup fusilli pasta (dry)
  • 5 ounces chicken breast (cut into chunks)
  • cup crushed cornflakes For coating
  • 1 large egg (lightly whisked)
  • 2 tablespoons flour For coating
  • ounce grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 wedges Laughing Cow white cheddar cheese
Hot Honey Sauce
  • ¼ cup hot sauce (like Frank’s)
  • cup honey substitute or regular honey
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar substitute
  • ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by coating the chicken chunks in flour, then dip each piece into the whisked egg before rolling it in crushed cornflakes.
  2. Line up the coated chicken on a plate while preheating the air fryer.
Cooking Chicken
  1. Place the chicken in the air fryer at 370°F and cook for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  2. The cornflake crust should turn crispy and golden.
Cooking Pasta
  1. While the chicken cooks, bring a pot of water to a boil and cook the fusilli pasta according to package instructions, roughly 8-10 minutes, until al dente.
  2. Drain the pasta and return it to the pot to keep warm.
Preparing Sauce
  1. In a small saucepan, combine hot sauce, honey (or substitute), brown sugar substitute, and smoked paprika on medium-high heat.
  2. Whisk the ingredients until boiling, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add grated Parmesan, Laughing Cow wedges, and a small amount of hot honey sauce to the pot of pasta and stir gently until the cheese melts.
  2. Once the chicken is crispy, transfer it to a bowl and pour half of the remaining hot honey sauce over it, tossing to coat.
  3. Plate the cheesy pasta, top it with the glazed chicken, and drizzle with extra sauce.
  4. Finish with a sprinkle of Parmesan, chopped cilantro, or red pepper flakes if desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 600kcalCarbohydrates: 70gProtein: 35gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 15g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days. Reheat in the microwave or stove, adding a splash of water if needed. For variations, substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu and add vegetables.

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