Description
Tender chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and pasta tossed in a rich Parmesan cream sauce—this comfort dish is easy, elegant, and ready in 30 minutes.
Ingredients
2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 cup sliced mushrooms (e.g., cremini, button)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne recommended)
Salt and pepper, to taste
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear 6–7 minutes per side until cooked through. Remove chicken and let rest.
In the same skillet, sauté mushrooms 3–4 minutes until browned. Add minced garlic and cook 1 minute more.
Pour in heavy cream, stir in Parmesan, and simmer 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
Slice rested chicken and return to skillet. Add cooked pasta, tossing to coat evenly in creamy sauce.
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Substitute rotini or farfalle for a different texture.
Add 1 Tbsp cream cheese for extra richness.
Include crushed red pepper flakes for heat.
Swap chicken for shrimp, or omit for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing & Simmering
- Cuisine: American / Italian-inspired
