If you’re looking for a delicious, comforting, and easy-to-make meal, this One Pot Chicken & Mushroom Pasta is the perfect choice! Packed with tender, juicy chicken, earthy mushrooms, and creamy pasta, this dish is a one-pan wonder that saves time and minimizes cleanup. Whether you’re cooking for a busy weeknight or a cozy dinner, this hearty meal will satisfy everyone at the table.
Preparation time – 30 minutes
Cook time – 60 minutes
Serves – 3
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 500g boneless chicken breast
- Salt for marination
- 2 tbsp garlic powder
- 2 tbsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp Italian pasta herb mix
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
For the Pasta:
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp finely chopped garlic
- 2 medium onions, finely chopped
- 300g button mushrooms, finely chopped
- Salt (as per preference)
- 3 tbsp fresh cream
- 600ml hot water or stock
- 250g pasta of choice
- 1 tbsp Italian pasta dried herb mix
- 200g fresh spinach leaves
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
- 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
Directions
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian herb mix, and salt.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken for about 5–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add olive oil and butter.
- Sauté the chopped garlic for about 10 seconds until fragrant.
- Add the onions and cook until they turn golden brown. Season with a pinch of salt.
- Stir in the mushrooms and cook for 10 minutes until they release their juices.
- Sprinkle the Italian pasta herb mix and pour in the hot water or stock.
- Once the mixture comes to a boil, add the pasta of your choice.
- Cover and let it cook on low heat for about 10 minutes.
- When the pasta is about 80% cooked, add the spinach leaves and mix well.
- Cover and cook until the pasta is fully done.
- Stir in the fresh cream for a rich and creamy texture.
- Add the cooked chicken back into the pan along with fresh basil leaves.
- Sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top and mix everything well.
- Serve hot and enjoy your One Pot Chicken & Mushroom Pasta with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad.
This easy one pan meal is perfect for busy nights and guarantees a delicious, creamy, and satisfying dinner with minimal effort!
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