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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
Enjoy a rich and creamy chicken mushroom pasta that's perfect for a comforting meal.

Ingredients

Pasta

  • 8 oz Penne Pasta (Can substitute with fusilli, rigatoni, or farfalle.)
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts (Trim and slice into 1/2-inch strips.)
  • 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.)
  • 1 tsp Thyme (Fresh or dried based on availability.)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper (Freshly cracked.)

Instructions 

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
  • Sauté chicken strips in a skillet until cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic and mushrooms until fragrant and tender.
  • Pour in heavy cream, add Parmesan and thyme, then simmer until slightly thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Return chicken to the skillet, add cooked pasta, and toss to combine. 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, Mushrooms, Pasta