Description

This creamy pasta with chicken and mushrooms is a fantastic option for a quick, delicious meal. The sauce, made with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, adds incredible creaminess to the dish. Perfect for impressing family and friends on any occasion

Ingredients

• 500 ml water
• Olive oil, to taste
• Salt, to taste
• 250 g pasta
• 500 g chicken
• Pepper, to taste
• Paprika, to taste
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 chopped onion
• 3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 100 g mushrooms
• 200 ml heavy cream
• 150 ml milk
• Saffron, to taste
• Parmesan cheese, to taste
• Fresh parsley, to taste

Step by Step Instructions

• Step 1

  

  Begin by bringing 500 ml of water to a boil in a pot. Add a pinch of salt, then 250 g of pasta. Cook according to the package instructions until al dente

• Step 2

  

  Heat a pan with a drizzle of olive oil. Add the 500 g of chicken, seasoning with salt, pepper, and paprika. Cook until golden brown and set aside

• Step 3

  

  In a separate pan, add 1 tablespoon of butter and a drizzle of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent

• Step 4

  

  Add the 3 minced garlic cloves and 100 g of mushrooms to the pan with the onions. Sauté until fragrant and the mushrooms are slightly golden

• Step 5

  

  Pour in 200 ml of heavy cream, stirring well to combine

• Step 6

  

  Add 150 ml of milk to the sauce and stir to incorporate

• Step 7

  

  Season the sauce with salt, pepper, and a pinch of saffron. Stir well to ensure even flavor

• Step 8

  

  Add grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce, stirring until it melts and the sauce becomes creamy

• Step 9

  

  Slice the cooked chicken and add it back into the sauce, mixing well.

• Step 10

  

  Add the cooked pasta to the pan with the chicken and sauce, stirring to coat the pasta in the creamy sauce

• Step 11

  

  Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or paprika if needed

• Step 12

  

  Finish the dish with fresh parsley, adding a bright and fresh flavor

• Step 13

  

  For extra flavor, sprinkle a bit more Parmesan cheese over the pasta

• Step 14

  

  Allow the pasta to rest for a few minutes before serving to fully absorb the sauce

• Step 15

  

  Now it’s ready to serve and enjoy this creamy, flavorful pasta with chicken and mushrooms!

Tips and Conclusion

Bonus Tip:
For a special touch, add a splash of white wine when sautéing the onions and mushrooms. The wine enhances the flavor and adds a sophisticated note to the sauce. You can also finish the dish with fresh basil for extra aroma and freshness.

Conclusion:
This creamy pasta with chicken and mushrooms is an excellent choice to surprise everyone with a complete and delicious meal. Enjoy the combination of flavors and share this delight with your loved ones!