Chicken Dijon with Angel Hair Pasta and Fresh Zucchini
Elevate your weeknight dinner routine with this luxurious Chicken Dijon with Angel Hair Pasta and Fresh Zucchini. Tender, golden-browned chicken breasts are bathed in a velvety Dijon mustard cream sauce that’s bursting with bold, savory flavors. Paired with delicate angel hair pasta and tender sautéed zucchini, this dish strikes the perfect balance between richness and freshness. A sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, a touch of lemon zest, and a generous garnish of fresh parsley add a bright, lively finish to every bite. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe seamlessly blends comfort and sophistication—perfect for both casual family meals and elegant dinner gatherings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large (boneless, skinless) Chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 small (minced) Shallots
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 0.75 cup Heavy cream
- 8 ounces Angel hair pasta
- 2 medium (sliced into rounds) Fresh zucchini
- 0.5 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
Instructions
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and fully cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced shallots and garlic, and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and softened.
Stir in the Dijon mustard and chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. Let the mixture simmer for 3-4 minutes to slightly reduce.
Lower the heat to medium-low and whisk in the heavy cream. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Cover and keep warm.
In a separate pot, bring salted water to a boil and cook the angel hair pasta according to package instructions (usually 3-4 minutes). Drain and set aside.
While the pasta cooks, heat a separate skillet over medium heat and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the sliced zucchini with a pinch of salt and black pepper for 4-5 minutes, or until tender and lightly golden.
To serve, arrange the angel hair pasta on plates. Place one piece of chicken on each serving and spoon additional Dijon sauce over the top. Add sautéed zucchini on the side.
Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, fresh parsley, and a sprinkle of lemon zest before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2949 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 155.0 g | 199% | |
| Saturated Fat | 67.5 g | 338% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 615 mg | 205% | |
| Sodium | 4665 mg | 203% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.1 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.4 g | ||
| Protein | 177.6 g | 355% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 653 mg | 50% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 1546 mg | 33% | |
*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.
