Pasta with Chicken and Mushroom

This Pasta with Chicken and Mushroom is a comforting and hearty dish that combines tender chicken breast with earthy mushrooms and a creamy sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, it brings a taste of American cuisine to your table while being kosher-friendly.

Ingredients

• Pasta (e.g., fettuccine or penne) - 200 grams
• Chicken breast - 250 grams, diced
• Mushrooms (button or cremini) - 150 grams, sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1 small, chopped
• Vegetable broth - 250 ml
• Heavy cream - 100 ml
• Parmesan cheese (optional, grated) - 30 grams
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Fresh parsley - for garnish, chopped

Steps

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic and diced chicken to the skillet. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Add the sliced mushrooms to the skillet and cook until they are soft and released their moisture, about 4-5 minutes.
5. Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer. Let it reduce slightly for about 3 minutes.
6. Stir in the heavy cream and season with salt and black pepper to taste. Allow the sauce to simmer for another 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
7. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. If desired, stir in grated Parmesan cheese.
8. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from chicken, which is essential for muscle repair and growth.
• Mushrooms provide antioxidants and vitamins, supporting the immune system.

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