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Indulge in Chicken & Mushroom Pasta in Decadent Cream Sauce

Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 650
A rich and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and savory mushrooms, perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz Penne Pasta (Can substitute with fusilli, rigatoni, or farfalle.)

Chicken

  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts (Trim and slice into 1/2-inch strips.)

Dairy

  • 2 tbsp Butter (Salted or unsalted based on preference.)
  • 8 oz Mushrooms (Opt for cremini or button.)
  • 4 cloves Garlic (Freshly minced for best results.)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (Use cold or at room temperature.)
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (Freshly grated recommended.)

Herbs & Seasonings

  • 1 tsp Thyme (Fresh or dried based on availability.)
  • to taste Salt Salt
  • to taste Pepper Pepper (Freshly cracked.)

Instructions 

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet, melt butter over medium heat and cook chicken strips until browned and cooked through.
  • Add mushrooms and garlic; sauté until mushrooms are tender.
  • Pour in heavy cream, add Parmesan, thyme, salt, and pepper; simmer until sauce thickens.
  • Combine cooked pasta with the sauce; toss to coat evenly and serve hot.

Notes

For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Calories: 650kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Chicken, Cream, Mushroom, pasta