Recipe image
Recipe Finder blog

Creamy pasta with mushrooms and chicken

Prep 10 min Cook 15 min Difficulty 2/5

Creamy pasta with mushrooms, chicken, and Dijon—simple, cozy weeknight dinner.

Why this recipe works

This Creamy Pasta blends mushrooms, tender chicken, and a luxurious dairy sauce. It’s ideal for weeknights, family dinners, or when you want comforting leftovers without fuss.

Search intent: how to make creamy pasta with chicken and mushrooms
  • creamy pasta recipe
  • pasta with chicken and mushrooms
  • weeknight creamy pasta
  • parmesan pasta sauce
  • Dijon pasta sauce
  • one-pot creamy pasta
  • easy pasta dinner
  • how to make creamy pasta sauce

Key takeaways

Sauce thickens with heavy cream and Parmesan.
Reserve pasta water to adjust creaminess.
Finish with parsley and extra Parmesan for bright flavor.

Recipe guide

This Creamy Pasta blends mushrooms, tender chicken, and a luxurious dairy sauce. It’s ideal for weeknights, family dinners, or when you want comforting leftovers without fuss.

A quick, comforting pasta you can pull together in under 30 minutes.

  • Sauce thickens with heavy cream and Parmesan.
  • Reserve pasta water to adjust creaminess.
  • Finish with parsley and extra Parmesan for bright flavor.

1. Cook pasta

Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve 60 ml pasta water, then drain.

2. Sauté aromatics and protein

Sauté garlic in olive oil 30 seconds, add mushrooms and cook until browned. Stir in chicken and warm through.

3. Combine and finish

Add cream, Dijon mustard, and half the Parmesan; simmer to thicken. Toss with pasta, add pasta water as needed, season, then finish with remaining Parmesan and parsley.

Ingredients

  • 200 g pasta (e.g., fusilli or penne)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 100 g mushrooms, sliced
  • 100 g cooked chicken breast, shredded
  • 150 ml heavy cream
  • 30 g grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • Salt to taste
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook pasta until al dente; drain, reserving 60 ml pasta water.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  3. Add minced garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add sliced mushrooms and cook 4–5 minutes until browned and softened.
  5. Stir in shredded chicken and warm through for 2 minutes.
  6. Pour in heavy cream, Dijon mustard, and half the Parmesan; simmer gently 2–3 minutes to thicken.
  7. Add drained pasta to the skillet and toss to combine, adding reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired creaminess.
  8. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  9. Sprinkle remaining Parmesan and chopped parsley over pasta and toss once more.
  10. Serve immediately.

FAQs

How many servings does this Creamy pasta yield? Yes. The recipe serves about 2–3 people depending on portions.
Can I adjust the dairy for a lighter version? Yes. You can substitute cream with milk for a lighter version, or use half-and-half.
What can I swap in this recipe? Yes. You can use cooked shrimp or skip chicken for a vegetarian option; mushrooms stay for texture.