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15-Minute Chicken Creamy Pasta

Recipe by Salima on InstagramAdded 27 October 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. A speedy, creamy chicken pasta that comes together in just 15 minutes. Tender chicken breast is coated in a mustard‑honey glaze and mixed with al dente pasta in a rich, cheesy sauce, making a satisfying weeknight dinner.

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15-Minute Chicken Creamy Pasta by Salima, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Season the chicken breast with mustard, honey, salt, black pepper, paprika powder, oregano, chili flakes, and herbes de Provence.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Chicken is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture. Use your hands to massage the seasonings into the chicken for even coverage.

  2. Heat a pan over medium heat, add the seasoned chicken, and cook until browned and fully cooked through, about 5‑6 minutes; then remove and set aside.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Chicken is golden brown and releases easily from the pan. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if needed.

  3. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil, add the pasta, and cook according to the package directions until al dente; reserve about 150 ml of the pasta cooking water before draining.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Pasta is tender but still firm to the bite. Reserve the pasta water before draining; it adds starch to the sauce.

  4. In the same pan used for the chicken, melt the butter over medium heat, then add the small onion and garlic cloves; sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2‑3 minutes.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Onion is translucent and garlic is fragrant. Stir frequently to prevent garlic from burning.

  5. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute, then add the reserved pasta water and cream; bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 2‑3 minutes to thicken slightly.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Sauce is slightly thickened and bubbling gently. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.

  6. Add grated parmesan and torn mozzarella to the sauce, stirring until the cheese melts and the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Cheese is fully melted and sauce is smooth. Add cheese gradually while stirring for a silky texture.

  7. Return the cooked pasta and chicken to the pan, toss everything together to coat evenly, and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, chili flakes, or herbes de Provence as desired.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Pasta and chicken are evenly coated with sauce. Toss gently to avoid breaking the pasta.

  8. Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra grated cheese or fresh herbs.

Tips while you cook

Reserve pasta water
Save about 150 ml of the pasta cooking water before draining to thin and bind the sauce.
Cook chicken first
Brown and fully cook the seasoned chicken, then set it aside before preparing the sauce.
Sauté aromatics briefly
Melt butter and sauté the small onion and garlic for 2‑3 minutes until softened and fragrant.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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