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Creamy mushroom asparagus chicken penne served in a bowl with garnishes

Creamy Mushroom Asparagus Chicken Penne

A delectable one-pan pasta dish featuring tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, crisp asparagus, and penne pasta, all enveloped in a rich and creamy sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 boneless, skinless Chicken breast
  • 8 oz Penne pasta
  • 8 oz Mushrooms cremini, sliced
  • 1 bunch Asparagus trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 Shallot or Onion small, diced
  • 1 cup Chicken broth
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated, plus more for garnish
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
  • 1 tbsp Butter
  • 1/2 cup White wine dry, optional

Equipment

  • Large pot
  • Large skillet
  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Colander
  • Tongs

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cook penne pasta according to package directions, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
  2. Season chicken breast with salt and pepper, then cook in olive oil until browned and cooked through; remove and slice.
  3. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté the diced shallot and minced garlic until fragrant, then add sliced mushrooms and cook until softened.
  4. Stir in the asparagus and cook for a few minutes until it is tender-crisp.
  5. If using, deglaze the pan with white wine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom, and simmer until reduced.
  6. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, and cook until the sauce slightly thickens.
  7. Return the sliced chicken and cooked pasta to the pan, then add Parmesan cheese and some reserved pasta water as needed to achieve your desired sauce consistency.
  8. Stir everything to combine, taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, and garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan before serving.

Notes

For a richer flavor, consider adding a splash of dry white wine to deglaze the pan after cooking the mushrooms. Adjust the amount of heavy cream and reserved pasta water to achieve your preferred sauce consistency. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.