One-Pot Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

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A comforting, creamy pasta dish with tender chicken and mushrooms, all cooked in one pot for minimal cleanup and maximum flavor. This Italian-American-inspired one-pot recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs penne pasta, chicken breasts, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Italian-American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Cut 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts into 1-inch cubes and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Step 3: Add the chicken cubes and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through; remove and set aside.
  4. Step 4: Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the pot and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant, then add 1 cup sliced mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until mushrooms are softened and release their liquid.
  5. Step 5: Stir in 8 oz penne pasta and 1 cup chicken broth, then bring to a simmer and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is al dente and the liquid has reduced slightly.
  6. Step 6: Stir in the cooked chicken, 1/2 cup heavy cream, and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce is smooth and coats the pasta, stirring constantly.
  7. Step 7: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

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