Penne Pasta with Creamy Chicken, Mushrooms, & Asparagus

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Penne Pasta with Creamy Chicken, Mushrooms, & Asparagus
 
This creamy and comforting pasta dish is packed with tender chicken, earthy mushrooms, and fresh asparagus. Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe will have your Facebook followers asking for seconds!  Serves 4-6
 
Ingredients
 
12 oz penne pasta
2 tbsp olive oil
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
Salt and pepper, to taste
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup chicken broth
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp dried thyme
Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
 
Instructions
 
Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
 
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil. Sauté the mushrooms and asparagus until tender, about 5-7 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute, or until fragrant.
 
Stir in the heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and thyme. Bring to a simmer and cook until the sauce thickens slightly.
 
Add the cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet. Toss to coat everything in the sauce.
Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired, and serve hot.
 
Gail's Note: I am looking forward to making this soon! 

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