Orange Glazed Chicken with Spinach Pasta
Citrus Glazed Chicken with Creamy Spinach Pasta
Ingredients:
4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
2 tablespoons orange zest
3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons soy sauce (low sodium)
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
10 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
3 cups fresh spinach leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
Fresh parsley for garnish
Directions:
In a small bowl, whisk together orange juice, zest, honey, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and chili flakes. Set aside.
Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet and sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden.
Pour the orange glaze mixture over the chicken. Simmer for 10–12 minutes, flipping occasionally, until the chicken is fully cooked and coated in a sticky glaze.
Meanwhile, cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and return to pot.
Add spinach to the warm pasta and toss until wilted. Stir in Parmesan cheese if desired.
Plate the spinach pasta, place glazed chicken on top, and spoon extra sauce over the dish. Garnish with parsley before serving.
Prep Time: 15 minutes | Cooking Time: 25 minutes | Total Time: 40 minutes
Kcal: 420 kcal | Servings: 4 servings