Description
Indulge in a delightful plate of creamy mushroom and asparagus chicken penne, where tender pasta meets a rich, velvety sauce. This dish combines sautéed chicken, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant asparagus for an unforgettable flavor experience. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 8 oz fresh button or cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients on your counter for easy access.
- Cook the penne in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and diced chicken. Season with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes).
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms; sauté until mushrooms are tender (4-5 minutes).
- Stir in chopped asparagus; cook until bright green but still crunchy (3-4 minutes).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir in parmesan cheese until melted. Let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Combine drained penne with the creamy mixture, adding reserved pasta water as needed for desired consistency.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 95mg