Description

This recipe is perfect for anyone looking for a quick and flavorful meal. The combination of tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a creamy sauce with mushrooms and spices is simply irresistible. In just a few steps, you’ll turn simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality dish that will delight any palate. Get ready to be showered with compliments at the table!

Ingredients

• Water: 500 ml / 16.90 oz
• Olive oil: to taste
• Salt: to taste
• Pasta: 250 g / 8.81 oz
• Chicken: 500 g / 17.63 oz
• Black pepper: to taste
• Paprika: to taste
• Butter: 1 tablespoon
• Onion: 1 (chopped)
• Garlic: 3 cloves (minced)
• Mushrooms: 100 g / 3.52 oz (sliced)
• Heavy cream: 200 ml / 6.76 oz
• Milk: 150 ml / 5.07 oz
• Turmeric: to taste
• Grated parmesan cheese: 50 g
• Fresh herbs: to taste (parsley or chives)

Step by Step Instructions

• Step 1

  

  Cook the pasta: Bring 500 ml of water to a boil in a large pot. Add a generous pinch of salt and stir in the pasta. Cook until al dente, following the package instructions.
  

• Step 2

  

  Drain the pasta: Once cooked, drain the pasta and drizzle it with a little olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
  

• Step 3

  

  Cook the chicken: Heat some olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the diced chicken and let it cook until lightly browned.
  

• Step 4

  

  Season the chicken: Once the chicken starts to brown, season it with salt, paprika, and black pepper. Stir well to coat the chicken with the spices, and continue cooking until golden and fully cooked. Set aside.
  

• Step 5

  

  Melt the butter: In another skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until fully liquefied.
  

• Step 6

  

  Sauté the aromatics: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the skillet with the melted butter. Cook until fragrant and lightly golden.
  

• Step 7

  

  Add the mushrooms: Stir in the sliced mushrooms and cook for a few minutes until tender and slightly golden.
  

• Step 8

  

  Prepare the sauce: Add the heavy cream and milk to the skillet with the mushrooms. Stir well to combine into a smooth sauce.
  

• Step 9

  

  
  Season the sauce: Add salt, black pepper, turmeric, and a pinch of paprika to the sauce for added depth of flavor.
  

• Step 10

  

  Incorporate the cheese: Stir the grated parmesan cheese into the sauce until melted and creamy.
  

• Step 11

  

  Combine the chicken: Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the sauce, mixing well so the chicken absorbs the flavors.
  

• Step 12

  

  Add the pasta: Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, stirring gently to coat it thoroughly with the sauce.
  

• Step 13

  

  Garnish with fresh herbs: Sprinkle parsley or chives over the dish for a fresh and vibrant finishing touch.
  

• Step 14

  

  Adjust seasoning: Taste and adjust salt and pepper, if needed.
  

• Step 15

  

  Serve and enjoy: Transfer the dish to a serving platter or plate individually. This creamy chicken pasta will be the star of your table!
  

Tips and Conclusion

For an extra flavor boost, add a tablespoon of mustard to the sauce or replace turmeric with freshly grated nutmeg. Experiment with cheeses like gouda or gruyère for a unique twist.

This creamy chicken pasta is more than just a meal; it’s an experience that blends simplicity with sophistication. Whether for a family dinner or a special occasion, it’s always a hit. Try it and surprise everyone with this delightful dish!