Description

Looking for your next go-to easy dinner that satisfies every craving? This One-Pan Sweet and Smoky Garlic Chicken Pasta is a flavor bomb you can whip up in under 30 minutes. It’s sweet, smoky, garlicky, and totally crave-worthy, making it perfect for quick dinners, food prep, or impressive comfort meals. With juicy chicken, a sticky-sweet glaze, and noodles that soak up every drop, it’s the ultimate one-pan wonder. This easy recipe also checks the box for dinner ideas, quick weeknight meals, and simple food ideas with big flavor. One bite and you’ll be hooked.

Ingredients

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 chicken breasts, diced
Salt and black pepper to taste
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
2 tablespoons honey (or brown sugar)
2 tablespoons soy sauce
8 oz cooked pasta (linguine or spaghetti recommended)
Optional: red pepper flakes
Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and sear until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in smoked paprika, honey, and soy sauce. Let simmer for 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the glaze. Simmer for another 2–3 minutes.
Add cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and red pepper flakes if desired.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes