Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Greek Hot Honey Chicken Alfredo with Roasted Potatoes, a dish that beautifully combines spicy, sweet, and creamy elements for an unforgettable meal. Tender chicken bites are glazed in a tantalizing hot honey mix and served atop luscious lemon-garlic Alfredo pasta. Accompanied by crispy garlic-herb roasted potatoes, this dish offers a perfect balance of textures that will impress at any gathering or cozy dinner at home. Quick to prepare and easily customizable, it’s a fantastic choice for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- ½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional for extra heat)
- 6 oz pasta (fettuccine, linguine, or penne)
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- ½ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest and juice of ½ lemon
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried rosemary or oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp basil pesto for tossing after roasting
- 1 tbsp basil pesto
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Splash of warm water to thin if needed
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
- Extra Parmesan
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss diced potatoes with olive oil, garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Roast for 25–30 minutes until crispy.
- Season chicken bites with olive oil, oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook in a skillet over medium-high heat for 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Add honey and hot sauce; cook until glazed.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. In another skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Stir in cream and Parmesan; simmer until thickened. Toss cooked pasta in the sauce.
- Combine pesto ingredients for drizzle. Serve pasta topped with chicken and roasted potatoes; drizzle with pesto.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking and Skillet Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Adjust spice levels by varying hot sauce or red pepper flakes as desired. Experiment with different pasta shapes or add seasonal veggies for extra flavor.