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Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

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A comforting dish featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a rich, creamy sauce enveloping your favorite pasta, perfect for busy weeknights.

Ingredients

  • 12 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced (button or cremini work well)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning or dried thyme
  • Chopped fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until browned and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Cook the mushrooms: In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms. Cook until they soften and release their liquid, about 4-5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Make the cream sauce: Pour in the chicken broth, scraping any browned bits from the skillet. Bring to a simmer and stir in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
  5. Combine everything: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in the drained pasta and Parmesan cheese, mixing until the pasta is well coated. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit of the reserved pasta water to reach your desired consistency.
  6. Serve: Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed. Serve the pasta warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Adjust the thickness of the sauce according to preference.

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