Here’s a delicious recipe for Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Chicken Penne. It’s a hearty and flavorful dish that’s simple to prepare.
Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Chicken Penne
Ingredients:
- 2 chicken breasts, boneless and skinless, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced (button, cremini, or your choice)
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme (or fresh, if available)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta:
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside. Save a cup of pasta water for later, just in case you need to adjust the sauce consistency.
- Cook the chicken:
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt, pepper, and thyme, and cook until golden and cooked through (about 6-7 minutes). Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.
- Sauté the vegetables:
- In the same skillet, add the diced onion and cook for about 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Add the garlic and mushrooms, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until the mushrooms release their juices and become tender.
- Add the asparagus and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly tender but still bright green.
- Make the sauce:
- Pour in the chicken broth, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes.
- Add the heavy cream and stir. Bring the sauce to a simmer, allowing it to thicken slightly (about 3-4 minutes).
- Stir in the Parmesan cheese, and season the sauce with additional salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine everything:
- Add the cooked chicken and penne pasta into the skillet with the creamy sauce. Toss everything together, making sure the pasta is well coated with the sauce.
- If the sauce is too thick, you can add a little reserved pasta water to loosen it up.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan if desired.
Enjoy your creamy, comforting mushroom and asparagus chicken penne! It’s perfect for a cozy dinner.