Creamy Dreamy Chicken & Mushroom Tagliatelle Delight
A luxuriously creamy, comforting pasta that feels restaurant-worthy but is easy to make at home. Tender chicken, golden mushrooms, and silky tagliatelle are coated in a garlic-Parmesan cream sauce—rich yet balanced, and non-spicy, just how you like it.
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 25 minutes
Total: ~40 minutes
Serves: 3–4
Ingredients
Chicken
2 boneless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Salt & black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon garlic powder
Mushrooms
250 g mushrooms (button or cremini), sliced
1 tablespoon olive oil
Pasta
300 g tagliatelle
Creamy Sauce
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup cooking cream (or heavy cream)
½ cup milk (to loosen sauce if needed)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon dried thyme or Italian herbs
Finish
Fresh parsley or basil
Extra Parmesan
Lemon zest
Instructions
1️⃣ Cook the Pasta
Boil tagliatelle in well-salted water until al dente.
Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
2️⃣ Cook the Chicken
Heat olive oil in a wide pan over medium heat.
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Saute 4–5 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Remove and set aside.
3️⃣ Saute the Mushrooms
In the same pan, melt butter.
Add mushrooms and cook 6–8 minutes until golden and moisture evaporates.
4️⃣ Make the Cream Sauce
Add garlic to mushrooms; sauté 30 seconds.
Pour in cream and milk, stir gently.
Add Parmesan and herbs. Simmer 3–4 minutes until silky.
5️⃣ Bring It All Together
Return chicken to the pan.
Add cooked tagliatelle and a splash of pasta water if needed.
Toss gently until pasta is fully coated.
Tips for Best Results
Slice chicken thinly for tenderness.
Let mushrooms brown well—this adds deep flavor.
Don’t boil the cream; keep it at a gentle simmer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make this healthier?
Yes—use half cream + half Greek yogurt (low heat) or light cream.
Can I substitute pasta?
Yes—fettuccine, linguine, or whole-wheat pasta work well.
Is this good for meal prep?
Best fresh, but keeps 2 days refrigerated. Add milk when reheating.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 560 kcal
Protein: 38 g
Carbohydrates: 52 g
Fat: 26 g
Calcium: High (from Parmesan)