Creamy Chicken and Pasta

 

Rich, flavorful and laced with wine, this creamy chicken pasta is a family favorite. No one ever guesses it’s so quick and easy! 

Total Time

Prep/Total Time: 30 min.

Makes

5 servings

 

Ingredients

• 2 cups uncooked penne pasta
• 2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
• 1 cup sliced green onions
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 cup heavy whipping cream
• 2 cups cubed cooked chicken
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• Shredded Parmesan cheese

Directions

1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a large skillet, saute mushrooms and onions in butter for 4-5 minutes or until tender. Add wine or broth and garlic. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
2. Combine flour and water until smooth; gradually add to mushroom mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Stir in cream. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes or until heated through.
3. Drain pasta. Add the pasta, chicken, capers, salt and pepper to cream sauce. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until heated through. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts

1 cup: 431 calories, 25g fat (14g saturated fat), 121mg cholesterol, 420mg sodium, 27g carbohydrate (3g sugars, 2g fiber), 23g protein.