A delicious and hearty Italian family meal featuring creamy garlic mushroom sauce tossed with pasta and topped with grilled chicken. This dish is simple to prepare and perfect for a family dinner.

Ingredients

• 300g pasta (penne or fettuccine)
• 400g chicken breast, sliced
• 250g button mushrooms, sliced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 200ml cooking cream
• 50g grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh parsley for garnish

Method

1. Cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted water. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken slices with salt and pepper, then add to the pan. Cook for about 6-7 min, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. In the same pan, add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they are soft, about 5 min. Add minced garlic and cook for another minute.
4. Pour in the cooking cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and combined. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and toss to combine. Serve topped with grilled chicken and garnish with fresh parsley.

What to serve with it

• Steamed broccoli
• Garlic bread
• Simple green salad

Equipment (optional)

• Large pot
• Frying pan
• Colander
• Cooking spoon
• Serving plates

Notes

• Feel free to substitute different types of pasta or add other vegetables if desired.