Savory Chicken Penne with Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus: A Decadent Pasta Delight! Recipe
A delicious and creamy chicken penne pasta dish featuring tender chicken breasts, sautéed mushrooms, and crisp asparagus, all tossed in a rich heavy cream and Parmesan cheese sauce. This comforting meal is perfect for a satisfying dinner with a harmonious blend of savory flavors and textures.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
Pasta
- 8 ounces penne pasta
Chicken and Vegetables
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
Sauce and Seasoning
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Mushrooms and Garlic: In the same skillet, add mushrooms and minced garlic. Cook over medium heat until mushrooms are tender and golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cook Asparagus: Add the trimmed and cut asparagus pieces to the skillet with the mushrooms and garlic. Cook until asparagus is tender but still crisp, about 3-4 minutes.
- Simmer Cream Sauce: Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Let the sauce cook until it slightly thickens, about 3-5 minutes.
- Toss Pasta with Sauce: Add the cooked penne to the skillet and toss well to coat the pasta with the creamy mushroom and asparagus sauce.
- Add Cheese and Season: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the pasta and stir until it melts into the sauce. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with fresh parsley and serve immediately while hot and creamy.
Notes
- Use fresh Parmesan cheese for the best flavor and creamy texture.
- Trim asparagus ends well to remove tough parts for a better bite.
- Feel free to swap penne for other pasta shapes like rigatoni or fusilli.
- To reduce fat, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream but sauce may be less rich.
- Cook chicken thoroughly but avoid overcooking to keep it juicy and tender.
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