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Chestnut Mushroom Chicken Pasta

Chestnut Mushroom Chicken Pasta
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Chestnut Mushroom Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken breast and earthy chestnut mushrooms in a rich, creamy sauce, delivering a comforting and flavorful meal that’s quick and easy to make. Perfect for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this dish offers balanced, hearty flavors with a satisfying texture that is both elegant and versatile.

Ingredients

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Protein

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into bite-sized strips

Mushrooms

  • 200g chestnut mushrooms, cleaned and sliced

Pasta

  • 300g pasta (penne, fettuccine, or preferred type)

Sauce and Seasonings

  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Garnish

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley or thyme, chopped

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Slice the chicken breasts into bite-sized strips, clean and slice the chestnut mushrooms, mince the garlic, and grate the Parmesan cheese. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta.
  2. Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta while reserving a cup of pasta water to adjust the sauce’s consistency later if needed.
  3. Sauté the Chicken: Heat olive oil or butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken strips and season generously with salt and pepper. Cook until golden and just cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  4. Cook the Chestnut Mushrooms and Garlic: In the same skillet, add a little more oil or butter if needed. Toss in the sliced chestnut mushrooms and sauté until they release their moisture and become tender and golden. Add the minced garlic partway through and cook until fragrant.
  5. Make the Creamy Sauce: Reduce the heat to medium-low and pour in the heavy cream. Stir to combine, scraping up any flavorful bits from the pan. Let the sauce simmer gently until it thickens slightly.
  6. Combine and Finish: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and mix well. Add the drained pasta and toss gently to coat everything evenly, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time if you want to loosen the sauce. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or thyme leaves on top before serving for a burst of color and freshness.

Notes

  • Use room temperature chicken to ensure even cooking and juiciness.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan when sautéing mushrooms to allow proper browning.
  • Reserve pasta water to help bind the sauce and pasta perfectly.
  • Simmer sauce gently on low heat to prevent cream from curdling and keep it silky smooth.
  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting and flavor.

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Keywords: chicken pasta, chestnut mushrooms, creamy pasta, quick dinner, comfort food, easy pasta recipe

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