Creamy Mushroom Asparagus Chicken Penne
A comforting creamy pasta dish with tender penne, chicken, asparagus, and mushrooms in a luscious cream sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 1 cup asparagus, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the minced garlic, sliced mushrooms, and asparagus to the skillet. Sauté for about 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Stir in the heavy cream, salt, and pepper, and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce is heated through.
- Add the cooked penne pasta to the skillet and toss to coat with the sauce.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, consider including a pinch of red pepper flakes. Pair with a green salad and garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 51g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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