Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into strips
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 tablespoon unsalted butter
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1 onion, finely chopped
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, sliced
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½ cup chicken broth
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1 cup evaporated milk
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8 ounces penne or fettuccine pasta
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½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
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2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
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Sear the Chicken:
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat.
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Season the chicken strips with salt and black pepper.
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Add the chicken to the pot and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
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Remove the chicken from the pot and set aside.
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Sauté the Aromatics and Mushrooms:
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In the same pot, melt the butter over medium heat.
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Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3 minutes.
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Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.
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Add the sliced mushrooms and cook until they release their moisture and become tender, about 5 minutes.
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Prepare the Sauce and Cook the Pasta:
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Pour in the chicken broth and evaporated milk, stirring to combine.
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Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
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Add the pasta to the pot, ensuring it’s submerged in the liquid.
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Cook the pasta in the sauce, stirring occasionally, until al dente and the sauce has thickened, about 10-12 minutes.
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Combine and Serve:
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Return the cooked chicken to the pot, stirring to combine and heat through.
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Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce is creamy.
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Adjust seasoning with additional salt and black pepper if needed.
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Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
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