Creamy Mustard Chicken Pasta

Name: Creamy Mustard Chicken Pasta
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2 people
Ingredients: 10 oz Chicken breast; 7 oz Pasta (e.g. penne or fusilli); 2 tbsp Mustard (Dijon or whole grain); 0.5 cup Heavy cream (30%); 0.5 cup Chicken broth; 3 oz Onion; 2 cloves Garlic; 1 tbsp Olive oil

Under 30 MinsHigh ProteinStovetopDinnerComfort Food

Easy

25min

650kcal

2people

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Quick and incredibly creamy pasta with juicy chicken pieces, smothered in a bold mustard-cream sauce.

Looking for a quick and delicious dinner idea? Creamy mustard chicken pasta is the perfect choice for anyone who appreciates unique flavor combinations and minimal time in the kitchen. This recipe proves that just a few simple ingredients are enough to create a restaurant-quality dish. The star of the show is juicy chicken breast and a velvety sauce based on aromatic mustard. Whether you choose mild whole-grain French mustard or sharp Dijon, creamy mustard chicken pasta takes on a unique, deep character. Smooth heavy cream perfectly balances the sharpness of the mustard, while garlic and onion build a rich flavor profile. This creamy mustard chicken pasta is great for an everyday dinner after a long day at work, but also for a romantic dinner or unexpected guests. The secret to a successful dish is cooking the pasta al dente so the fusilli or penne perfectly absorbs the aromatic sauce without getting mushy. It's also worth browning the chicken well—that's where the most flavor hides on the bottom of the pan, which we later release with broth. Experiment in your kitchen by adding fresh herbs like thyme, dill, or parsley to the finished sauce to break up the creamy consistency. If you want a satisfying, complete meal, creamy mustard chicken pasta will certainly meet your expectations, providing a hearty portion of valuable protein. Enjoy every bite and discover how simple home cooking can be!

Ingredients

300 g Chicken breast (1 large breast)
200 g Pasta (e.g. penne or fusilli) (about 2 cups dry pasta)
2 tbsp Mustard (Dijon or whole grain)
120 ml Heavy cream (30%)
120 ml Chicken broth
80 g Onion (1 small onion)
2 cloves Garlic
1 tbsp Olive oil

Instructions

1
Cook the pasta in well-salted water al dente, according to the package instructions. Drain, reserving a bit of the cooking water for later.
2
Cut the chicken breast into small cubes. Season generously with salt and pepper.
3
Heat the olive oil in a large pan over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and fry until golden brown on all sides, about 5-7 minutes. Then remove the cooked chicken to a plate.
4
In the same pan, sauté the finely chopped onion for about 3 minutes until softened. Add the minced garlic and fry for another 30 seconds until fragrant.
5
Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up all the browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon. Add the heavy cream and mustard. Stir everything until a smooth sauce forms.
6
Simmer the sauce over low heat for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. If it's too thick, you can add a little of the reserved pasta cooking water.
7
Add the fried chicken and cooked pasta back to the pan. Toss well to ensure the sauce evenly coats all ingredients. Heat for another minute and serve immediately.

Chef's Tips

•For extra flavor, you can add a handful of fresh spinach to the sauce at the very end of cooking.
•If you prefer milder dishes, use honey mustard instead of whole grain or Dijon.

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