Indulge in a luxurious pasta dish that combines tender chicken, crisp asparagus, and mushrooms in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce. This recipe transforms simple ingredients into an elegant meal that’s both comforting and sophisticated.
Ingredients
- 300g pasta (your choice of shape)
- 400g chicken breast, cut into strips
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Seasoned salt, to taste
- Garlic pepper
- 1 tablespoon paprika powder
- Pinch of curry powder
- 1 bunch green asparagus
- 150g mushrooms
- 2 shallots, chopped
- 50ml Noilly Prat (or dry vermouth)
- 50ml white wine
- 2 bay leaves
- 100g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 100ml heavy cream
- 2 teaspoons potato starch
- Pinch of cherry pepper
- Pinch of fenugreek powder
- Pinch of sugar
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Step-by-Step Cooking Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients:
- Cut chicken breast into thin strips
- Season with seasoned salt, garlic pepper, paprika, and curry
- Let marinate while preparing other ingredients
- Wash asparagus, trim bottom 3 cm
- Slice asparagus diagonally into thin pieces
- Clean and slice mushrooms
- Peel and chop shallots
- Cooking Vegetables:
- Heat oil in a large skillet
- Sauté asparagus with a pinch of salt for 5 minutes until lightly colored
- Remove from pan
- Repeat with mushrooms
- Remove from pan
- Cook Chicken and Sauce:
- Quickly sear seasoned chicken in the same pan
- Remove chicken
- Sauté shallots in remaining fat
- Deglaze with Noilly Prat
- Add bay leaves, bring to a quick boil
- Stir in cream and Parmesan
- Cook pasta al dente
- Reserve 3 tablespoons pasta water
- Finish and Serve:
- Mix potato starch with water to create a thickening slurry
- Bind sauce with potato starch mixture
- Add chicken, asparagus, pasta, mushrooms, and reserved pasta water
- Season with pepper, sugar, and salt
- Garnish with chopped parsley
- Serve immediately
Nutritional Information
Per Serving (approximately):
- Calories: 480
- Protein: 35g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fat: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
Preparation Time: 20 minutes Cooking Time: 25 minutes Total Time: 45 minutes Servings: 4
Cooking Tips and Tricks
- Use fresh asparagus for best flavor
- Don’t overcook vegetables to maintain texture
- Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for maximum flavor
- Allow sauce to thicken naturally before adding starch
Possible Variations and Substitutions
- Vegetarian: Replace chicken with tofu or plant-based chicken
- Gluten-Free: Use gluten-free pasta
- Dairy-Free: Use coconut cream and nutritional yeast
- Herb Variations: Add fresh thyme or basil
- Spicy Version: Increase cherry pepper or add chili flakes
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can I use a different type of pasta? Yes, any pasta shape works well with this sauce.
Q2: What can I substitute for Noilly Prat? Dry white wine or additional chicken broth work fine.
Q3: How do I store leftovers? Refrigerate in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
Q4: Can I make this dish ahead of time? Best served fresh, but can be reheated gently.
Q5: Is this recipe kid-friendly? Mild flavors make it suitable for most children.
Storage and Make-Ahead Tips
- Refrigerate within 2 hours of cooking
- Reheat gently with a splash of cream
- Consume within 2-3 days
- Not recommended for freezing
Enjoy this luxurious chicken and asparagus pasta that brings gourmet flavors to your home kitchen!