Description
Creamy mushroom and asparagus chicken penne is a delicious pasta dish that combines tender chicken, fresh asparagus, and mushrooms in a creamy sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces penne pasta
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 1 cup asparagus, cut into 2-inch pieces
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add diced chicken to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until chicken is browned and cooked through.
- Add mushrooms and asparagus to the skillet. Cook until tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add the cooked penne to the skillet. Toss to combine. Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh asparagus for the best flavor.
- You can substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu for a different protein.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: creamy mushroom and asparagus chicken penne