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Creamy Mushroom And Asparagus Chicken Penne

Creamy Mushroom and Asparagus Chicken Penne is a comforting one-pan dish with tender chicken, mushrooms, asparagus, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce—ideal for easy dinners or casual gatherings.
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Ingredients
  

  • 12 oz penne pasta
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms
  • 1 cup asparagus cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Boil a large pot of salted water. Add penne and cook until al dente, about 9–11 minutes. Drain and set aside, saving 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • Add mushrooms and asparagus to the skillet. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until mushrooms soften and asparagus is tender-crisp.
  • Pour in the heavy cream and reduce heat. Simmer for 2–3 minutes to thicken. Stir in Parmesan until smooth. Add pasta water if needed to loosen the sauce.
  • Add cooked penne to the skillet. Toss to coat evenly and cook for 1 more minute on low heat.
  • Serve warm with extra Parmesan and a crack of black pepper, if desired.