Description
A delightful blend of creamy pasta with tender chicken, crunchy asparagus, and aromatic mushrooms, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts, diced
- 8 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup fresh asparagus, chopped
- 1 cup mushrooms, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the garlic, asparagus, and mushrooms to the skillet and sauté for an additional 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the parmesan cheese and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine the cooked penne pasta with the chicken and sauce mixture, stirring until well coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
Use fresh ingredients for better flavor. Cook pasta al dente for optimal texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg