Creamy Honey Dijon Chicken Pasta
Indulge in a delightful twist on classic chicken pasta with this Creamy Honey Dijon Chicken Pasta recipe. This dish features tender chicken simmered in a rich, creamy honey-Dijon sauce, perfectly enveloping penne or rigatoni pasta. With its balance of sweet and tangy flavors, this one-skillet meal is quick to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or special gatherings. The recipe is versatile; feel free to substitute chicken with turkey or beef and add your favorite vegetables for added nutrition. In just 30 minutes, you’ll have a comforting and flavorful dish that’s sure to please everyone at the table.
- 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 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, diced
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook sliced chicken until browned (5-7 minutes), then set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
- Add chicken broth, scraping the pan, and bring to a simmer. Stir in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and honey.
- Add pasta directly into the sauce; cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Return chicken to the skillet; mix everything gently until coated in sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 62g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 125mg