Creamy Mushroom Garlic Chicken Pasta
This Creamy Mushroom Garlic Chicken Pasta is rich, comforting, and ready in under 30 minutes. Enjoy tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a luscious garlic cream sauce tossed with fettuccine.
Equipment
- Large Pot
- Large Skillet
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Wooden Spoon
- Silicone spatula
- Colander
Ingredients
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
- 1 lb chicken breast diced
- 2 cups mushrooms sliced, cremini or white
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese grated
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- fresh parsley chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the 8 oz of fettuccine pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, about 10-12 minutes. Reserve about 1/2 cup of the pasta water, then drain the pasta and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the diced chicken breast and season lightly with salt and black pepper. Cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the sliced mushrooms. Sauté for about 5 minutes, until they release moisture and turn golden brown. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the skillet to loosen browned bits. Add 1 cup of heavy cream and stir to combine. Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir in 1/2 cup of grated Parmesan cheese. Add the cooked fettuccine pasta and toss everything together. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of the reserved pasta water to loosen it. Adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the pasta for color and freshness. Serve immediately for the best creamy texture.
Notes
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency for a silky finish.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce.
- Use gluten-free pasta or vegan cheese alternatives to accommodate dietary needs.
- Do not overcook chicken to keep it juicy and tender.
- Add garlic after mushrooms soften to avoid burning and bitterness.