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Creamy Mushroom & Asparagus Chicken Penne

A creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken, fresh asparagus, and earthy mushrooms tossed in a rich sauce, perfect for any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken
  • 8 oz penne pasta Cook according to package instructions.
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cubed Brown in skillet.
Vegetables
  • 1 cup fresh asparagus, cut into pieces
  • 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Toast before adding other ingredients for extra flavor.
Sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese Add more for extra cheesiness if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking chicken and vegetables.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish
  • Fresh parsley For garnish before serving.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cooking Chicken and Vegetables
  1. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
  2. Add garlic, asparagus, and mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté until vegetables are tender.
Making the Sauce
  1. Pour in the heavy cream and stir to combine, then add Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper. Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the creamy sauce.
Serving
  1. Serve warm, garnished with fresh parsley.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. For storage, keep pasta and sauce separate to avoid mushiness.