Penne with Chicken Madeira Wine and Mushrooms
Indulge in the rich and savory flavors of Penne with Chicken Madeira Wine and Mushrooms, a standout dish that effortlessly combines elegance and comfort. This recipe features tender penne pasta tossed with seasoned chicken, sautéed mushrooms, and a luxurious Madeira wine cream sauce that's infused with garlic and Parmesan cheese. The combination of earthy mushrooms, creamy sauce, and a hint of wine creates a restaurant-quality meal that's surprisingly simple to prepare in just 45 minutes. Perfect for dinner parties or a special weeknight treat, this pasta dish is garnished with fresh parsley for a touch of brightness and pairs beautifully with a crisp green salad or crusty bread. Bring the flavors of fine dining to your table with this irresistible chicken and mushroom penne recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams penne pasta
- 2 pieces chicken breasts
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 250 grams white button mushrooms, sliced
- 120 milliliters Madeira wine
- 240 milliliters chicken broth
- 240 milliliters heavy cream
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water, drain, and set aside.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet, rest for a few minutes, then slice into thin strips.
In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of butter and the remaining olive oil. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Add the sliced mushrooms and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they release their moisture and start to brown.
Pour in the Madeira wine and cook for 2-3 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet.
Stir in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes to reduce slightly.
Lower the heat to medium and stir in the heavy cream. Add the Parmesan cheese and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
Return the sliced chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in the sauce. Let it warm through for 1-2 minutes.
Add the cooked penne to the skillet and gently toss to combine. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water to loosen it.
Garnish with chopped parsley and additional Parmesan cheese, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
717 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.6 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.3 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 162 mg | 54% | |
| Sodium | 971 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.7 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.0 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.8 g | ||
| Protein | 40.6 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 173 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 579 mg | 12% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
