Chicken Mushroom Pasta
servings
Chicken Mushroom Pasta is an easy weeknight meal. Chicken, mushrooms and pasta are tossed in a creamy sauce for a comforting meal the whole family will love. It's lots of flavor with simple ingredients!
Ingredients
- 16 ounces penne pasta
- salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 8 ounces Baby Bella mushrooms, sliced
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 ½ cups heavy cream
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley, optional
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water up to a boil and add your penne pasta. Cook for 10-11 minutes until the pasta is al dente. Drain the pasta from the water and set aside.
- Cut the chicken in half lengthwise and season both sides with the salt and pepper.
- Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until the chicken reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. Transfer the chicken to a cutting board and allow it to rest.
- Add the onions to the pan and cook until they have softened, often about 4-5 minutes. Stir in the mushrooms and garlic and allow them to cook until the mushrooms turn golden brown, about 7-8 minutes.
- Stir in the heavy cream, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook until the sauce has thickened. Mix in the Parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Slice your chicken into half-inch pieces. Add the pasta, chicken, and parsley to the sauce and enjoy.
Nutrition
Calories: 692kcal | Carbohydrates: 75g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 87mg | Sodium: 191mg | Potassium: 531mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1163IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 207mg | Iron: 2mg