Creamy Chicken And Mushroom Pasta Recipe

Name: Creamy Chicken And Mushroom Pasta
Prep time: 15 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Fusion
Ingredients: cooked pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli): 150g; chicken, cooked and diced: 125g; mushrooms, sliced: 75g; cream sauce: 200g; spices: 5g; salt: 2g

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Welcome to a delectable journey into a dish that marries the richness of cream with the earthiness of mushrooms and the savory goodness of chicken. This dish, a creamy chicken and mushroom pasta, is a comforting and hearty meal perfect for those who love a touch of elegance in their pasta. Whether it's a cozy dinner at home or a special gathering, this dish promises to deliver satisfaction in every bite.

🌎 Fusion: Pasta

🔥 Calories 600kcal
🍗 Protein 30g
🍚 Carbs 60g
🧈 Fat 20g

🥗 Ingredients:

cooked pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli) (150g)
chicken, cooked and diced (125g)
mushrooms, sliced (75g)
cream sauce (200g)
spices (5g)
salt (2g)

🍳 How to cook (4 servings):

Cooking Time: 30 minutesPreperation Time: 15 minutes

Cook Pasta

Cook your choice of pasta (e.g., penne or fusilli) according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

Cook Chicken

Heat a bit of oil or butter in a large pan over medium heat. Season diced chicken breast with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices, then cook until browned and no longer pink inside. Remove from the pan and set aside.

Saute Mushrooms

In the same pan, add more oil or butter if needed and sauté sliced mushrooms until golden brown.

Prepare Cream Sauce

Reduce the heat to low and add cream to the pan with mushrooms. If desired, include cheese (e.g., Parmesan) and/or a roux to thicken the sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and additional spices as desired. Let simmer until the sauce has thickened slightly.

Combine

Add the cooked pasta and chicken back into the pan with the cream sauce. Toss everything together until the pasta and chicken are well coated with the sauce. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Serve

Serve hot, garnished with fresh herbs (e.g., parsley) and additional grated cheese if desired. Optional: sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.

⭐️ Nutrition facts:

High in protein from the chicken and contributing to your daily calcium intake through the cheese in the cream sauce, this dish also offers a good source of selenium from the mushrooms. While it is on the higher side in calories and fat, portions can be adjusted to fit dietary needs.