Description
Creamy mushroom and asparagus chicken penne is a delectable dish that brings together the richness of creamy sauce with tender chicken, fresh asparagus, and al dente penne pasta. This quick and easy recipe transforms any weeknight dinner into a delightful celebration, perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy meal at home. Each bite bursts with flavor, making it a memorable addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 8 oz fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 8 oz cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients by chopping chicken into bite-sized pieces, slicing mushrooms, and trimming asparagus.
- Cook penne in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once shimmering, add seasoned chicken pieces and cook until golden brown.
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet; sauté until mushrooms are browned and fragrant.
- Stir in chopped asparagus and pour in heavy cream; let everything simmer gently for flavors to meld.
- Toss in cooked penne and grated Parmesan cheese until well mixed and the cheese melts.
- Adjust seasoning if needed before serving hot with an extra sprinkle of Parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 400g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 160mg