Easy Creamy Mushroom Chicken Pasta Recipe (One Pot)
This easy creamy mushroom chicken pasta is a one-pot dish featuring tender chicken thighs, earthy mushrooms, and a rich, velvety cream sauce infused with garlic and white wine. It’s comforting, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights or cozy dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Halal
Ingredients
Chicken Marinade:
4 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Optional: red pepper flakes
Sauce:
1/2 cup dry white wine
3 tablespoons butter
1 white onion, diced
8 ounces brown mushrooms, sliced
2 cups heavy cream
2 tablespoons flour mixed with 2 tablespoons water
1 tablespoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Handful chopped parsley
Optional: minced garlic
Instructions
- Marinate chicken thighs with olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Let sit for 10–15 minutes.
- Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Sear chicken on both sides until golden and cooked through, about 5–6 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
- In the same pan, melt butter and add diced onion. Cook until translucent.
- Add sliced mushrooms and cook for 4–5 minutes until browned. Stir in minced garlic if using, and cook for another 30 seconds.
- Pour in the white wine, scraping up any browned bits, and let it simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Add heavy cream, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, stirring to combine.
- Once the sauce starts bubbling, slowly add the flour-water mixture, stirring until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy.
- Return the chicken to the pan, coat with sauce, and simmer on low for a few minutes to blend flavors.
- Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve over your choice of pasta.
Notes
Substitute chicken breast for thighs for a leaner option.
Use chicken broth and lemon juice instead of wine for a non-alcoholic version.
Add spinach, peas, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra color and flavor.
Stir in grated parmesan at the end for extra richness.
Reheat gently with a splash of milk or cream to maintain a silky sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 180mg
