Mustard Chicken and Chive Pasta Sauce

Creamy, rich, and bursting with aromatic flavor, this Mustard Chicken and Chive Pasta Sauce offers a tantalizing twist on weeknight pasta dinners. Tender, golden-browned chicken pieces are enveloped in a luscious Dijon mustard and heavy cream sauce, accented by the delicate sharpness of fresh chives and the savory depth of Parmesan cheese. With a perfect balance of tang and creaminess, this dish is quick to prepare—ready in just 35 minutes—making it an ideal choice for busy evenings. Tossed with your favorite al dente pasta, it’s a crowd-pleasing meal that delivers restaurant-quality comfort at home. Garnish with extra chives and Parmesan to elevate every bite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Butter
• 1 medium White onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
• 0.25 cup Chives
• 0.5 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 12 ounces Pasta
• 0.5 cup Pasta cooking water

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and reserve 0.5 cup of the pasta cooking water.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, dice the chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season them lightly with salt and pepper.

Step 3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until softened, about 3 minutes.

Step 5

Add minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream and Dijon mustard. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to combine.

Step 7

Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet, stirring to coat it evenly with the sauce.

Step 8

Mix in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens slightly. If the sauce appears too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta cooking water to adjust the consistency.

Step 9

Stir in the chopped chives, saving a few for garnish if desired.

Step 10

Combine the cooked pasta with the sauce in the skillet, tossing to coat the noodles evenly.

Step 11

Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 12

Serve the pasta immediately, garnished with the reserved chives and an extra sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1296.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2454.4

Total Fat 150.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g
Cholesterol 608.7mg	0%
Sodium 4486.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 105.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.4g	0%
Total Sugars 9.0g
Protein 141.7g	0%

Vitamin D 19.6IU	0%
Calcium 573.9mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 1251.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.8%

Protein: 24.2%

Carbs: 18.0%