This dish brings together tender chicken in a rich, tangy and slightly sweet glaze of honey, mustard and soy sauce. I paired it with penne pasta infused with garlic and fresh parsley. It’s a perfect dinner for a busy weeknight.
The chicken is seared, locking in its juiciness, while the sauce provides a perfect balance of savory and sweet.
Helpful hints
- Any type of short cut pasta can be used.
- Any type of vegetable spray can be used.
- If the chicken is more than ½ inch thick, cut it in half lengthwise.
Shopping list
To buy: ¼ lb. penne pasta; 1 small bottle honey; low-sodium soy sauce; Dijon mustard; ¾ lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts; olive oil spray; 1 small piece Parmesan cheese; 1 bunch fresh parsley
Pantry staples: olive oil, garlic, salt and black peppercorns
Easy Honey, Mustard, Soy Chicken and Garlic Parsley Penne
Serves 2.
Recipe by Linda Gassenheimer.
- ¼ lb. penne pasta, about 1 ½ c.
- 2 tbsp. honey
- 2 tsp. low-sodium soy sauce
- 4 tsp. Dijon mustard
- ¾ lb. boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about ½-in. thick
- Olive oil spray
- 1 tbsp. olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, crushed
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- ¼ c. chopped parsley
- 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
Directions
Bring a saucepan three-quarters filled with water to a boil. Add penne pasta. Boil 10 minutes.
