Description
Indulge in the comforting flavors of this creamy chicken and mushroom pasta, a hearty and satisfying dish perfect for a cozy night in. Tender chicken strips, earthy mushrooms, and a luscious cream sauce come together to create a delightful meal that will surely please your taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
Fettuccine:
- 12 oz fettuccine or pasta of choice
Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast (sliced into strips)
Other:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 8 oz cremini or white mushrooms (sliced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil the pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Brown chicken strips in olive oil until cooked through. Set aside.
- Sauté Mushrooms: In the same pan, cook mushrooms until tender. Add garlic, thyme, and oregano.
- Make the Sauce: Deglaze with chicken broth, then add cream and Parmesan. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken to the pan, add pasta, toss to coat. Season and garnish with parsley.
Notes
- You can use rotisserie chicken for a quicker version.
- For added richness, stir in a tablespoon of cream cheese.
- Try adding spinach or peas for extra veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 48 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 36 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg
