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Heavenly Chicken and Mushroom Pasta with a Silky Cream Sauce

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A luscious pasta dish featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a rich cream sauce that wraps around every strand of pasta for a cozy, comforting meal.

  • Author: Ella
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25–30 minutes
  • Total Time: 35–40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Ingredients

  • 2 chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional, for dredging)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 8 oz assorted mushrooms (cremini, button, or your favorites), sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion or shallot, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
  • 3/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or basil, chopped
  • 12 oz pasta of choice (fettuccine, penne, or linguine)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper, and dredge lightly in flour if desired.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil and melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 5–6 minutes until browned and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Add remaining butter and sauté onions or shallots until soft.
  4. Add mushrooms and cook until they release moisture and begin to brown.
  5. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Deglaze the pan with white wine or broth, scraping up browned bits, and reduce by half.
  7. Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, simmering until sauce thickens.
  8. Return chicken to skillet, add Parmesan and herbs, and mix well.
  9. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce.
  10. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed and serve warm.

Notes

  • Add spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, or roasted red peppers for a veggie boost.
  • Swap Parmesan with Pecorino Romano or add cream cheese for more creaminess.
  • Use half-and-half instead of cream for a lighter version.
  • Add red pepper flakes or hot sauce for a spicy kick.
  • Store leftovers in the fridge up to 3 days; reheat gently with added cream or broth.

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