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Silky Chicken & Mushroom Pasta Recipe

Silky Chicken & Mushroom Pasta Recipe


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4.6 from 15 reviews

  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 5 1x

Description

Classic Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta emerges as a comforting Italian-inspired dish with rich, velvety sauce. Herb-infused ingredients blend seamlessly, creating a satisfying meal perfect for hungry home cooks seeking robust flavor profiles.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 large chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 12 oz (340 g) fettuccine or preferred pasta
  • 8 oz (226 g) mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini)
  • 2 cups (473 ml) heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  • 1 cup (237 ml) chicken broth
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsps unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsps olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp thyme (fresh or dried)
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pasta Preparation: Bring a generously salted large pot of water to a vigorous boil. Cook pasta until perfectly al dente, precisely following package instructions. Reserve 1/2 cup of starchy cooking liquid before draining.
  2. Aromatic Foundation: In a spacious skillet, transform butter into a golden elixir over medium heat. Introduce minced garlic, releasing its fragrant essence until edges become translucent and gloriously aromatic.
  3. Flavor Layering: Add mushroom slices, allowing them to caramelize and exude their rich earthiness. Simultaneously, incorporate chicken pieces, seasoning with salt and pepper. Sauté until chicken achieves a pristine white color with subtle golden highlights.
  4. Sauce Transformation: Stream heavy cream into the skillet, creating a luxurious base. Integrate parmesan cheese, whisking continuously to forge a silky, harmonious sauce that envelops the ingredients in creamy perfection.
  5. Final Assembly: Combine pasta with the velvety sauce, utilizing reserved cooking liquid to fine-tune consistency. Ensure each pasta strand is magnificently coated. Elevate the dish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, introducing a vibrant herbal dimension. Serve immediately while the sauce remains gloriously creamy and inviting.

Notes

  • Pasta Water Magic: Reserve the starchy cooking liquid, as it helps create a silky, smooth sauce and improves overall pasta coating.
  • Mushroom Browning Technique: Allow mushrooms to caramelize without overcrowding the skillet, ensuring deep flavor development and preventing soggy texture.
  • Chicken Cooking Precision: Ensure chicken is cooked thoroughly but not overdone to maintain tenderness and prevent dryness.
  • Dietary Adaptation Options: Swap heavy cream with Greek yogurt or coconut milk for lighter versions, use gluten-free pasta, or replace chicken with plant-based protein for alternative dietary needs.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Dinner, Lunch
  • Method: Boiling
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 5
  • Calories: 800
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 900 mg
  • Fat: 45 g
  • Saturated Fat: 20 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 70 g
  • Fiber: 3 g
  • Protein: 35 g
  • Cholesterol: 150 mg