Creamy Mushroom Asparagus Chicken Penne
A comforting dish with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and vibrant asparagus in a creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners or cozy gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup asparagus, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parmesan cheese for serving
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and sliced mushrooms to the skillet. Sauté until mushrooms are tender, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in chopped asparagus and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until bright green.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Let it thicken for about 2 minutes.
- Add cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, gently warm in a skillet over medium heat, adding a splash of milk to loosen the sauce if needed.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg