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Classic Honey Mustard Chicken Alfredo Pasta - thegirlskitchen

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A flavorful and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken, a honey mustard sauce, and al dente rigatoni, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Protein

  • 5 pieces chicken breasts (sliced into 1-inch strips)

Spices & Seasonings

  • 1 tbsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic salt
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1.5 tsp dijon mustard (Maille preferred)
  • 1.5 tsp wholegrain mustard
  • 1.5 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp olive oil

Pasta

  • 12.4 oz rigatoni (Barilla for al dente)

Aromatics

  • 2 shallots shallots (finely diced into 1/8-inch pieces)
  • 0.75 tbsp butter (Kerrygold unsalted)
  • 3 cloves garlic

Cream & Cheese

  • 1 cup cream
  • 1.8 oz parmesan (freshly grated)

Spices & Herbs

  • 1 tsp chili flakes
  • 1 tsp mustard

Fresh Herbs

  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley (chopped)

Salt & Pepper

  • to taste salt
  • to taste black pepper

Instructions 

  • Cook the rigatoni until al dente according to package instructions.
  • Season chicken with paprika, garlic salt, oregano, and cook until golden.
  • In the same pan, sauté shallots and garlic, then add cream, mustards, honey, and Parmesan. Simmer until thickened.
  • Add cooked chicken and pasta to the sauce, toss to combine, and season with chili flakes, parsley, salt, and pepper.

Notes

For extra flavor, garnish with additional parsley or Parmesan before serving.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chicken, honey mustard, Pasta