Ingredients
Method
Cooking Pasta
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions, reserving ½ cup of pasta water before draining.
Seasoning and Cooking Chicken
- Season the chicken breasts with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 6-7 minutes on each side.
Preparing the Sauce
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest. In the same pan, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in Dijon mustard, lemon juice, smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes.
- Lower the heat and add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until smooth.
Combining Ingredients
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, toss in drained pasta, and add reserved pasta water until desired texture is reached.
- Stir in chopped parsley and chives right before serving.
Serving
- Plate the creamy chicken pasta, sprinkle with extra Parmesan and cracked pepper, and serve.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for about 2 months. Reheat gently to maintain creaminess.
