Description
Hot Honey Greek Chicken Alfredo with Roasted Garlic Potatoes is a scrumptious, Mediterranean-inspired dish that marries sweet and savory flavors in one delightful meal. Featuring crispy chicken glazed in hot honey, creamy garlic Alfredo pasta, and perfectly roasted garlic potatoes, this recipe elevates any dining occasion—from cozy family dinners to elegant get-togethers. The addition of a luxurious fig-balsamic pesto drizzle introduces a tangy twist that balances the richness of the Alfredo sauce. With easy preparation steps and versatile ingredients, this dish is sure to impress your guests while satisfying your taste buds.
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 egg
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt & freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp hot honey (or regular honey with a pinch of red pepper flakes)
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into ½-inch cubes
- 1 head of garlic, cloves separated and smashed
- ½ tsp dried rosemary
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup dried figs, roughly chopped
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss potato cubes with olive oil, smashed garlic, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Roast on a baking sheet for 20-25 minutes until golden.
- Preheat another oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare chicken by dipping in egg and dredging in a mixture of panko breadcrumbs and oregano. Sear in an oven-safe skillet for 2-3 minutes per side. Bake for 10-12 minutes until cooked through, then toss with hot honey.
- Cook fettuccine according to package instructions. Reserve pasta water before draining.
- For the Alfredo sauce, sauté minced garlic in butter, add heavy cream, and stir in Parmesan until smooth; season to taste.
- Assemble by combining fettuccine with Alfredo sauce and serving topped with crispy chicken and roasted potatoes drizzled with fig-balsamic pesto.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 630
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: For added flavor, use high-quality hot honey or make your own. Experiment with different vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition. Allow the chicken to rest after baking for juicier bites.