Description
Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Chicken Penne combines tender chicken, fresh asparagus, and earthy mushrooms in a rich cream sauce. This quick and delightful dish is perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3β4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, chopped
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Β½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2β3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients: Chop asparagus, slice mushrooms, and mince garlic.
- Cook the penne: Boil salted water and cook penne until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- SautΓ© the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Cook the vegetables: In the same skillet, add garlic, mushrooms, and asparagus. SautΓ© until tender (3-5 minutes).
- Make the sauce: Gradually stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until melted. Adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Combine: Slice chicken into strips, add back to the skillet along with cooked penne. Toss to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: SautΓ©ing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: Swap asparagus for broccoli or add sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. Experiment with different cheeses like mozzarella or goat cheese for unique variations.