Description
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of this Heavenly Chicken and Mushroom Pasta with a Silky Cream Sauce. Tender chicken strips, sautéed mushrooms, and a velvety cream sauce come together over your favorite pasta for a truly satisfying, restaurant-quality meal you can make at home. Keywords: chicken mushroom pasta, creamy pasta recipe, easy weeknight dinner, chicken pasta with cream sauce.
Ingredients
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2 chicken breasts, sliced into strips
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8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
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2 cups mushrooms, sliced
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1/2 cup heavy cream
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1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
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Sear the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium-high heat. Add chicken strips, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 5–7 minutes). Remove and set aside.
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Sauté the Mushrooms: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add sliced mushrooms and cook until browned and tender, about 5 minutes.
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Make the Sauce: Add minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 30 seconds. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let it simmer gently until the sauce thickens, about 3–4 minutes.
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Combine: Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until well coated in the sauce.
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Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm.
Notes
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Use cremini or baby bella mushrooms for deeper flavor.
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Add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for a slight kick.
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This dish pairs beautifully with garlic bread or a crisp green salad.
