Description
Maple Mustard Chicken Pasta Bake is a delightful fusion of flavors that transforms everyday ingredients into an extraordinary family meal. The dish features tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a creamy maple mustard sauce that blends sweetness with savory notes, all baked to perfection for a comforting dinner experience. Ideal for family gatherings or impressing guests, this recipe is sure to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz penne or fusilli pasta
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup Dijon mustard
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh herbs (like thyme or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a baking dish with nonstick spray.
- Boil salted water in a large pot and cook pasta until al dente; drain.
- In a skillet over medium heat, sear diced chicken until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes.
- In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth.
- Combine cooked pasta and seared chicken in the baking dish; pour the sauce over and mix gently.
- Top with grated Parmesan cheese and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 of the dish (about 300g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg