Description
Rich, garlicky, and packed with savory herbs, this Chicken & Mushroom Pasta is a cozy, restaurant-quality meal made easy! Tossed in a creamy pesto sauce with tender chicken and mushrooms, this dish is perfect for weeknights or special occasions. Pair it with garlic bread & a fresh salad for the ultimate comfort food experience! 🍝✨
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil (divided)
- 2 tbsp butter (divided)
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or tenders (cut into 1-inch chunks)
- 10 oz white mushrooms (thickly sliced)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Creamy Pesto Sauce:
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning (thyme, oregano, basil)
- ⅛ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 cup sodium-free chicken broth
- ½ cup (4 oz) basil pesto
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, shredded
- ½ tsp salt
- Chopped fresh basil (for garnish)
Pasta:
- 10 oz fettuccine pasta
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the chicken: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil & 1 tbsp butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 4 minutes on one side, flip, and cook 2 minutes on the other side. Remove and set aside. (Cook in 2 batches if needed.)
2️⃣ Sauté the mushrooms: Add remaining olive oil & butter to the pan. Cook mushrooms without stirring for 2-3 minutes, then flip and cook another 1-2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Make the sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, & chicken broth, cooking for 3-4 minutes to reduce. Stir in pesto and mix well. Reduce heat and mix in Parmesan cheese until smooth.
4️⃣ Cook the pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Drain (do not rinse).
5️⃣ Assemble the dish: Toss pasta in the sauce, then add chicken & mushrooms. Stir well, adjust seasoning, and garnish with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 700 per serving
- Fat: 30g per serving
- Carbohydrates: 60g per serving
- Protein: 41g per serving