One-Pot Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta
A comforting weeknight meal where tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and a velvety sauce come together in one pot for effortless dining. This italian-inspired one pot ready in about 40 minutes pairs spaghetti, olive oil, medium, diced onion for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 620 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.
Ingredients
- 12 oz spaghetti
- 2 boneless, skinless, cut into 1-inch cubes chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium, diced onion
- 2 cloves, minced garlic
- 8 oz, sliced cremini mushrooms
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup, grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- to taste salt
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Season 12 oz chicken cubes with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-6 minutes until golden brown, removing from pot to set aside.
- Step 2: Add 1 diced onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the pot, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until softened and fragrant. Stir in 8 oz sliced mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until liquid evaporates and edges brown.
- Step 3: Pour in 1 cup chicken broth and 1 tsp dried thyme, scraping bottom to release browned bits. Return chicken to pot with 12 oz cooked spaghetti (reserving 1/2 cup pasta water), then add 1/2 cup heavy cream and 1/4 cup grated Parmesan, stirring until sauce thickens and coats pasta (2-3 minutes).
- Step 4: Season with additional salt, stir in 1/4 cup chopped parsley, and serve immediately.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does One-Pot Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover One-Pot Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep spaghetti from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in One-Pot Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale One-Pot Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with One-Pot Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta?
Italian one pot like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Simple and delicious.
- ★★★★★
Swapped butter for olive oil to keep it lighter. Still delicious.
- ★★★★★
Brought this to a potluck and it was the first dish to disappear.
