Creamy Honey Dijon Chicken Pasta
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Creamy Honey Dijon Chicken Pasta, an easy one-skillet dish that is perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe features tender chicken coated in a rich, creamy honey mustard sauce that clings beautifully to your choice of pasta. The sweetness from honey and the tang of Dijon mustard create a flavor profile that is sure to please even the pickiest eaters. Plus, with minimal cleanup required, you’ll have more time to enjoy your meal with family and friends. Customize it by adding your favorite vegetables or adjusting the ingredients to fit your taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts
- 12 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 small onion
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add sliced chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion is translucent (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in chicken broth, scraping browned bits from the skillet, and bring to a simmer.
- Add pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low; mix in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and honey until well combined and heated through.
- Serve warm with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 100mg