Balsamic Chicken With Pasta Recipe

Name: Balsamic Chicken With Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 500 g mini chicken fillets; 2 tablespoons coarse grain mustard; 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar; 1 tablespoon clear honey; 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 275 g penne or 275 g rigatoni pasta; 320 g sugar snap peas; 250 g asparagus, trimmed and cut into short lengths; 10 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and roughly chopped; basil leaves, to garnish

Servings: persons

500 g mini chicken fillets
2 tablespoons coarse grain mustard
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon clear honey
1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
1 tablespoon olive oil
275 g penne or 275 g rigatoni pasta
320 g sugar snap peas
250 g asparagus, trimmed and cut into short lengths
10 sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and roughly chopped
basil leaves, to garnish

1
Cut each chicken fillet into bight sized pieces.
2
Whisk together the mustard, vinegar, honey, soy sauce and olive oil in a large bowl.
3
Season well, add the chicken and toss so that all the pieces are coated.
4
Cover and leave for 30 minutes.
5
Cook the pasta in a large pan of lightly salted boiling water for 12 minutes, adding the sugar snap peas and asparagus for the last 3 minutes.
6
Drain.
7
While the pasta is cooking, tip the chicken and all the marinade into a wok or large frying pan and fry, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes or until cooked through.
8
Add the cooked pasta and vegetables, along with the sun-dried tomatoes, and toss together.
9
Serve garnished with basil leaves.

881

kcal

Calories

Fat

147

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 500 g mini chicken fillets, 2 tablespoons coarse grain mustard, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 1 tablespoon clear honey, and more.

Yes, Balsamic Chicken With Pasta falls under the Pasta & Noodles category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Balsamic Chicken With Pasta

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Variations & substitutions

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