Creamy Garlic Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

Ingredients

• 12 oz fettuccine pasta(paid link)
• 1 ½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts(paid link)
• 8 oz cremini mushrooms(paid link)
• 4 clove garlic(paid link)
• 1 ½ cup heavy cream(paid link)
• ½ cup chicken broth(paid link)
• 2 tbsp butter(paid link)
• 1 tbsp olive oil(paid link)
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese(paid link)
• ¼ cup fresh parsley(paid link)
• 1 pinch salt(paid link)
• 1 pinch black pepper(paid link)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cook fettuccine pasta according to package directions. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.

2. 2

   While pasta is cooking, cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces. Season with salt and pepper.

3. 3

   Slice the cremini mushrooms and mince the garlic.

4. 4

   In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.

5. 5

   Add sliced mushrooms to the same skillet and cook until softened and browned, about 5 minutes. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant.

6. 6

   Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.

7. 7

   Stir in the cooked chicken, grated Parmesan cheese, and reserved pasta water (if needed to reach desired consistency). Season with additional salt and pepper to taste.

8. 8

   Add drained fettuccine to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to combine and coat the pasta evenly. Garnish with fresh parsley.

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