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Cook pasta al dente. Reserve pasta water.
Sear sliced chicken in olive oil until golden. Remove.
Add butter and mushrooms. Cook 5 min until golden. Add garlic 30 sec.
Pour in cream, add thyme. Simmer 3 min. Stir in parmesan.
Toss in pasta and chicken. Add pasta water if needed. Serve.
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Each serving of Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta delivers 40g of protein at 520 calories โ that's 13 calories per gram of protein, making it one of the more efficient protein sources on this site. Protein accounts for roughly 31% of total calories in this dish. The 46g of carbohydrates per serving provide energy for training, making this a well-rounded meal both pre- and post-workout. The 22g of fat primarily comes from the cooking method and protein source itself, contributing to satiety and supporting fat-soluble vitamin absorption.
Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta is a quick recipe that scales well for meal prep. This recipe makes 4 servings, each delivering 40g of protein and 520 calories โ ideal for tracking macros across the week. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, warm gently on the stovetop over medium-low heat or in the microwave in 90-second intervals, stirring between each, until heated through. Adding a small splash of water or broth prevents the protein from drying out during reheating. Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta also freezes well โ portion into individual freezer-safe containers and freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Batch cooking a double or triple portion on the weekend means you have 40g-protein meals ready throughout the week with zero daily effort.
You can make the sauce ahead and store it for 2-3 days. Cook pasta fresh when ready to serve โ reheated pasta loses its texture.
Swap heavy cream for coconut cream (dairy-free) or half-and-half (lighter). The sauce will be thinner but still delicious. Greek yogurt stirred in at the end also works.
The two most common causes: the pan isn't hot enough before the chicken goes in (heat oil until shimmering), or the chicken is wet (pat dry with paper towels). Don't force it โ a properly seared piece releases cleanly when the crust forms.
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BoBo ChefFitness enthusiast and home cook. Every recipe is tested in a real kitchen and macro-verified before publishing.