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Creamy Chicken Pasta with Bell Peppers, Cherry Tomatoes & Dijon-Honey Sauce

Posted on May 7, 2025 by admin

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  • Olive oil – 2 tablespoons

  • 1 onion – finely chopped

  • 3 garlic cloves – minced

  • 1 bell pepper – diced (any color)

  • 150 g cherry tomatoes – halved

  • 240 ml (1 cup) double cream

  • Salt – to taste

  • Black pepper – to taste

  • 30 g Parmesan cheese – grated

  • 1 tablespoon flour (for thickening, optional in version 2)

  • 300 ml chicken broth (for version 2 sauce)

  • 100 ml heavy cream (for version 2 sauce)

  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

  • 1 teaspoon honey

  • 1 tablespoon butter (optional, version 2)

  • Fresh parsley – chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

  • Slice chicken fillets into strips or cubes.

  • In a bowl, season with salt, pepper, oregano, nutmeg, and paprika.

  • Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat evenly.

  • Let marinate for 15–20 minutes while preparing the other ingredients.

Step 2: Cook the Pasta

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

  • Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.

  • Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of the pasta water.

Step 3: Sauté the Vegetables

  • In a large skillet, heat olive oil.

  • Add chopped onion and sauté for 2 minutes until soft.

  • Add minced garlic and sauté for another minute.

  • Stir in bell pepper and cook for 2 more minutes.

  • Add cherry tomatoes and cook until slightly softened, about 2 minutes.

Step 4: Cook the Chicken

Step 5: Make the Creamy Sauce

  • Pour in the double cream, then season with salt and pepper.

  • Stir in Parmesan cheese and let the sauce simmer gently for 3–5 minutes.

  • For added richness, stir in 1 tsp Dijon mustard and 1 tsp honey.

  • (For a thicker sauce, add 1 tbsp flour before cream or use chicken broth and cream mixture as in version 2.)

Step 6: Combine Everything

  • Add the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together until pasta is fully coated.

  • If needed, loosen the sauce with reserved pasta water.

  • Let simmer for 1–2 minutes so all the flavors come together.

Step 7: Garnish and Serve

  • Sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley.

  • Serve warm with extra Parmesan on top if desired.

  • Enjoy with a side salad or garlic bread

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