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The Best Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Chicken Penne

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Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Chicken Penne is a comforting pasta dish made with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, fresh asparagus, and a rich cream sauce tossed with penne pasta. It’s quick enough for a weeknight dinner yet elegant enough to serve guests.

  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Italian-American
  • Diet: Low Salt

Ingredients

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 lb fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into 2-inch pieces
  • 8 oz mushrooms, sliced (cremini or white)
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp olive oil or butter (plus more if needed)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning or thyme (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown and fully cooked, about 5–7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, add more oil or butter if needed. Sauté mushrooms until browned, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook 1 minute more.
  4. Add asparagus and cook for 3–4 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp.
  5. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir and simmer for 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
  6. Stir in Parmesan cheese, then return chicken to the skillet. Add cooked pasta and toss until coated in the sauce.
  7. Adjust seasoning, garnish with fresh herbs, and serve hot.

Notes

  • For a lighter option, replace heavy cream with half-and-half.
  • Swap chicken for shrimp or omit meat entirely for a vegetarian version.
  • Add a splash of lemon juice before serving for brightness.

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