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Creamy Garlic Dijon Chicken Pasta

Creamy Garlic Dijon Chicken Pasta

Whip up an effortless, low carb friendly weeknight dinner in just 40 minutes using only one skillet. Crispy golden chicken meets a rich garlic, Dijon, and marinara sauce tossed with tender linguine and melted parmesan.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
no resting time required: 0 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 637kcal
Author: Anjali

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 lbs chicken breasts cut into thin slices
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • ½ cup all purpose flour
  • salt and freshly cracked black pepper as per taste (to season the chicken)

for the sauce

  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1 teaspoon Olive Oil
  • ½ cup Marinara Sauce
  • 6 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 bunch chives finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 8 oz linguine pasta boiled and drained
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • fresh parsley finely chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Slice the chicken breasts into thin portions to ensure rapid and even cooking. Combine the all purpose flour, salt, and black pepper in a shallow bowl. Dredge each slice of chicken thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  • Heat a skillet over medium heat with one and a half tablespoons of olive oil. Place the chicken slices in the hot skillet in a single layer without overcrowding. Cook the chicken until crispy and golden brown on both sides, then remove and set aside.
  • Add the remaining half teaspoon of olive oil to the same skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped chives to the pan, stirring constantly.
    Sauté the aromatics for about one minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn the garlic. Stir in the Dijon mustard and marinara sauce, blending everything together smoothly.
    Pour in the reserved pasta water to deglaze the skillet, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom. Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning and bring the entire mixture to a gentle boil
  • Add the drained linguine pasta directly into the bubbling sauce and toss to coat evenly. Return the crispy chicken to the skillet, placing the pieces over the pasta.
    Cover the top generously with freshly grated parmesan cheese so it melts over the warm chicken and noodles
  • Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately while hot.

Notes

  • Ensure the pasta water is reserved before draining the noodles to achieve the perfect sauce consistency during deglazing.
  • For an extra crispy texture, make sure the chicken slices are patted completely dry before dredging in the flour mixture.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days and reheat gently with a splash of water.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Creamy Garlic Dijon Chicken Pasta
Amount Per Serving
Calories 637 Calories from Fat 153
% Daily Value*
Fat 17g26%
Saturated Fat 5g31%
Trans Fat 0.03g
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g
Monounsaturated Fat 7g
Cholesterol 167mg56%
Sodium 838mg36%
Potassium 1133mg32%
Carbohydrates 59g20%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 1g1%
Protein 64g128%
Vitamin A 407IU8%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Calcium 337mg34%
Iron 5mg28%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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