One pot creamy mushroom pasta

Save time without compromising on taste with our One Pot Creamy Mushroom Pasta recipe – a mouthwatering, fuss-free meal that's perfect for any night of the week.

📝 Ingredients

• 12 oz. linguine or fettuccine pasta (substitute: spaghetti)
• 2 tbsp. olive oil (divided)
• 1 lb. boneless (skinless chicken breasts, cubed into 1.5 inch thickness)
• 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 medium yellow onion (chopped)
• 2 cups cremini mushrooms (sliced fresh) (substitute: white button mushrooms)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream (substitute: light cream or half-and-half)
• 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh parsley (substitute: 2 tbsp. dried parsley)
• crushed red pepper flakes (Optional) (to taste)

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat in a large, deep skillet or Dutch oven. Season the chicken cubes with onion powder, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then add them to the pot. Cook until cooked through and golden brown on all sides. Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
2. 2Add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the same pot, add the onions, and cook until it becomes translucent—about 3 minutes.
3. 3Add the mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes until tender and slightly browned. Add the minced garlic, thyme, and paprika and cook for another minute until fragrant.
4. 4Pour the chicken broth and the heavy cream into the pot and bring the mixture to a boil.
5. 5Stir in the pasta, ensuring it is fully submerged. then reduce the heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the pasta is al dente, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
6. 6Stir in the Parmesan cheese, mix well, add the cooked chicken back into the pot, and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and the ingredients are heated.
7. 7Remove the pot from the heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If desired, add crushed red pepper flakes for a hint of spice.