Creamy Mushroom Chicken Pasta (Printable Recipe)

Seared chicken, mushrooms, and pasta in a creamy one-pot sauce with white wine and parmesan.

# Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Pasta Base

01 - 12 oz uncooked penne pasta
02 - 1 1/2 cups evaporated milk
03 - 1 3/4 cups chicken broth or stock
04 - 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

→ Protein and Vegetables

05 - 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thigh fillets
06 - 2 cups brown mushrooms, sliced
07 - 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
08 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Liquids and Seasonings

09 - 1/2 cup dry white wine or additional chicken broth
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
11 - 2 teaspoons olive oil, plus more as needed
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Garnish

13 - Fresh parsley, chopped
14 - Additional grated parmesan cheese

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Season chicken thighs with dried basil, salt, and pepper. Heat 2 teaspoons of oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
02 - Add remaining oil to the pot. Sauté chopped onion and minced garlic until the onion becomes translucent, about 2 minutes.
03 - Pour in white wine and let it simmer for 5 minutes, reducing slightly to concentrate flavor.
04 - Add sliced mushrooms and sauté for 3 minutes, stirring occasionally until softened.
05 - Add chicken broth, evaporated milk, salt, pepper, and uncooked pasta. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is al dente.
06 - Stir in grated parmesan until melted and sauce is creamy. Remove from heat and let stand 5 minutes to thicken.
07 - Slice cooked chicken and return to the pot. Stir to combine. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra parmesan before serving.

# Extra Tips:

01 - Cooking the pasta directly in the sauce enhances flavor and thickens the dish naturally with released starch.
02 - If sauce thickens too early, reduce heat and add a splash of broth or milk to adjust consistency.
03 - Removing chicken after searing prevents overcooking and allows for better flavor layering in the pot.

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