# Components:
→ Chicken
01 - 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, about 1 lb, pounded to even thickness
02 - 1 teaspoon paprika
03 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
→ Honey Garlic Sauce & Pasta
06 - 1/3 cup honey
07 - 1/4 cup soy sauce
08 - 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
09 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
10 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt
11 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
12 - 2 cups chicken broth
13 - 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
14 - 8 oz spaghetti, uncooked
15 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch
16 - 2 tablespoons water
17 - 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
→ Garnish
18 - Chopped fresh parsley
19 - Extra red pepper flakes
# Method:
01 - Season the chicken breasts evenly with paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper on both sides.
02 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts.
03 - Cook for 5 minutes on one side. Flip, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook another 5 to 7 minutes until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F.
04 - Remove chicken from the skillet and tent with foil to keep warm while preparing the pasta and sauce.
05 - In a medium bowl, whisk together honey, soy sauce, minced garlic, apple cider vinegar, garlic salt, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
06 - In the same skillet over medium-high heat, pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir to combine and bring to a gentle boil.
07 - Add uncooked spaghetti, fanning it out or breaking it in half so it lays mostly flat. Stir with tongs to coat and submerge the pasta.
08 - Reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and most of the liquid is absorbed.
09 - In a small bowl, whisk cornstarch with water to create a smooth slurry.
10 - Pour the honey garlic sauce over the pasta. Stir well, then immediately add the cornstarch slurry. Simmer uncovered for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring often, until the sauce thickens and coats the pasta.
11 - Remove from heat and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, stirring to incorporate.
12 - Slice the cooked chicken into strips and arrange on top of the pasta.
13 - Garnish with chopped parsley and extra red pepper flakes, if desired. Serve immediately.
