Creamy Mushroom & Asparagus Chicken Penne
A warm, hearty pasta dish combining tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant asparagus in a luscious cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Boil the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Sear the chicken in a large skillet with olive oil over medium heat until browned and cooked through.
- Sauté garlic, asparagus, and mushrooms in the skillet until tender.
- Simmer the heavy cream and stir in Parmesan cheese; cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine the cooked penne pasta, tossing to coat with the sauce. Season with salt and pepper.
- Garnish and serve hot with fresh parsley.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. Reheat gently by adding a splash of cream or water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 100mg