Creamy Chicken and Mushroom PenneIngredients:
For the chicken:
1 boneless, skinless chicken breast, cooked and shredded 1/2 onion, chopped 1/2 cup sliced mushrooms 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/4 cup chicken broth 1/4 cup heavy cream 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme Salt and pepper to tasteFor the pasta:
1 pound penne pasta, cooked al dente 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsleyInstructions:
1.
Make the chicken sauce:
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat.
Add the onion, mushrooms, and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
2.
Stir in the chicken broth, heavy cream, thyme, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce has thickened, about 5 minutes.
3.
Add the shredded chicken and stir to combine.
4.
Cook the pasta:
While the sauce is simmering, cook the penne pasta according to the package directions.
5.
Combine the pasta and sauce:
Drain the pasta and add it to the skillet with the chicken sauce.
Stir to combine.
6.
Stir in the Parmesan cheese and parsley.
7.
Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan cheese and parsley if desired.
Tips:
For a richer sauce, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce for a bit of spice.
Serve with a side of crusty bread to soak up the creamy sauce.

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