Description
A rich and comforting creamy chicken and mushroom pasta featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a velvety Parmesan sauce. Perfect for a cozy family dinner or an indulgent weeknight meal
Ingredients
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For the Chicken and Mushrooms:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced thin)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 ounces mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
For the Creamy Sauce:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or 1 tablespoon fresh thyme)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
For the Pasta:
- 12 ounces fettuccine or spaghetti
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and toss with butter to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- Sear the Chicken
- Season the chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté the Mushrooms and Garlic
- Add the remaining olive oil to the skillet.
- Sauté mushrooms for 4-5 minutes until golden brown.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make the Creamy Sauce
- Lower the heat and pour in the chicken broth, scraping the pan.
- Add heavy cream, Parmesan, Dijon mustard, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
- Simmer for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Combine Everything
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and toss in the sauce.
- Add pasta and mix well to coat.
- Cook for 2 minutes to blend flavors.
- Serve
- Garnish with extra Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Storage: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Reheating: Warm on low heat with a splash of broth or cream.
- Substitutions: Swap chicken for shrimp, salmon, or tofu; use gluten-free pasta if needed.
- Enhancements: Deglaze with white wine or add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing, Simmering
- Cuisine: italian inspired
Keywords: creamy chicken pasta, chicken and mushroom pasta, easy pasta dinner, comfort food recipe, weeknight pasta dish