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    Creamy Mushroom Chicken Pasta Recipe

    Published: Apr 18, 2016 · Modified: Oct 22, 2022 by Anna 36 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Creamy Mushroom Chicken Pasta - restaurant style pasta dish made in 30-minutes! Bacon, chicken, mushrooms, red pepper and spinach with fettuccine and tossed in garlic cream sauce. 

    Easy pasta dinners are the best for busy weeknights, like my Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta with a side of Garlic Butter Breadsticks.

    Creamy Mushroom Chicken Pasta with bacon in skillet.

    CREAMY MUSHROOM CHICKEN PASTA

    Perfectly cooked fettuccine tossed with meat and veggies and covered in a creamy sauce is our go-to favorite meal and it just happens to be ridiculously easy to make. Busy parents like us love it! I have been making carbonara or mushroom fettuccine for years but only recently, feeling a little creative in the kitchen, I started adding a few more ingredients to it. Just a tiny bit more pizzazz. Bacon and chicken in pasta is out of this world.

    You won't need any oil to cook the chicken because the bacon will release it's own. Mushrooms and garlic are a match made in heaven and the fragrance of both of them simmering in the pan is one of my favorites! The spinach and red pepper is an unexpected addition but oh-so-delicious. Besides, you need some veggies too.

    What do you need to make this recipe (your shopping list):

    • fettuccine pasta
    • bacon
    • boneless skinless chicken breast
    • Italian seasoning
    • salt and pepper
    • butter
    • garlic
    • white mushrooms
    • spinach
    • red bell pepper
    • heavy cream

    How to make Creamy Mushroom Chicken Pasta?

    • Start by cooking pasta in a pot with water, until al dente.
    • Cook bacon in a skillet until almost crispy.
    • Season chicken and add to bacon. Cook until no longer pink.
    • Remove meat onto a plate and add butter to the pan.
    Cooked chicken and bacon in skillet.
    • Saute mushrooms and garlic for 2 to 3 minutes. Add pepper and spinach and cook together for a few minutes.
    • Add chicken and bacon and stir in cream.
    • Toss in pasta and stir everything together.
     Sauteed vegetables in pan.

    Can I make this pasta ahead of time?

    Yes, you can make this pasta and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in pan or microwave. You may need to add a little bit of chicken stock because the noodles will absorb the sauce.

    What to serve with this pasta dish?

    My favorite side to serve with any pasta dish is my One-Hour Skillet Focaccia and if I am in a hurry, the Garlic Butter Cheesy Breadsticks are super fast to make. You can serve my Perfect Caesar Salad with Homemade Croutons and have a full delicious meal.

     Creamy Mushroom Chicken Pasta in skillet.

    More Easy Pasta Recipes:

    Garlic Butter Mushroom Shrimp Pasta

    Pasta Carbonara

    Spinach Dip Chicken Pasta

    Creamy Dill Chicken Pasta

    Sun-dried Tomato Chicken Pasta

    If you like this recipe and make it, snap a photo and share it on INSTAGRAM! Tag me @crunchycreamysweet so I can check it out! 

    Creamy Mushroom Chicken Pasta with bacon in skillet.

    Creamy Mushroom Chicken Pasta

    Author: Anna
    Restaurant style pasta dish made in 30-minutes! Bacon, chicken, mushrooms, red pepper and spinach with fettuccine and tossed in garlic cream sauce. Pure comfort food for even a busy weeknight!
    5 from 5 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 25 mins
    Course Main Course
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 642 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 8 oz fettuccine pasta uncooked
    • 6 slices bacon chopped
    • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1" pieces
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 4 cloves garlic minced
    • 6 oz white mushrooms sliced
    • 2 cups loosely packed fresh spinach 2 hand-fulls
    • 1 cup chopped red bell pepper
    • ½ cup heavy cream

    Instructions
     

    • Cook pasta according to instructions on the package. Drain and set aside.
    • Season chicken with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning.
    • In a large skillet, cook bacon over medium heat until crispy. Add chicken and stirring often, cook until done. Remove onto a plate and set aside.
    • Add butter to pan and melt. Add garlic and mushrooms and sautee until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
    • Add pepper and spinach and cook stirring often until spinach is wilted.
    • Add cream and stir. Add chicken and bacon and stir all together.
    • Cook until the cream starts to thicken.
    • Add pasta and toss to coat.
    • Remove from heat and let stand for 10 minutes. Serve.

    Notes

    This recipe is a Crunchy Creamy Sweet original.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 642kcal | Carbohydrates: 47g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 190mg | Sodium: 680mg | Potassium: 955mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 3165IU | Vitamin C: 54.9mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 2.6mg
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    1. Suzy says

      July 08, 2019 at 6:20 pm

      5 stars
      This has all of my favorite things in one dish! Made it for the family and they loved it!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        July 11, 2019 at 1:37 pm

        Thank you so much, Suzy!

        Reply
    2. Melissa says

      July 08, 2019 at 5:18 pm

      5 stars
      My family loved this! Thanks so much!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        July 11, 2019 at 1:37 pm

        Fantastic! Thank you, Melissa!

        Reply
    3. Julie says

      July 08, 2019 at 4:46 pm

      I loved how easy this was to make and the flavor was out of this world! Sure to be a repeater!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        July 11, 2019 at 1:37 pm

        Thanks, Julie!

        Reply
    4. Kristyn says

      July 08, 2019 at 4:03 pm

      5 stars
      I am so excited to make this for my family!! We love pasta with chicken & the moment I saw bacon, I knew they'd love it!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        July 11, 2019 at 1:37 pm

        Who can say no to bacon, right? 😀 Thanks, Kristyn!

        Reply
    5. Sara Welch says

      July 08, 2019 at 3:36 pm

      5 stars
      Such a flavorful and easy recipe! This has quickly become a family favorite recipe in our home!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        July 11, 2019 at 1:38 pm

        That's awesome! Thank you, Sara!

        Reply
    6. Sheena R. says

      January 31, 2017 at 9:36 pm

      5 stars
      This was really yummy!! My husband who HATES fettuccine Alfredo and all things like it LOVED this dish. He even asked for seconds. I accidentally used half and half rather then heavy cream buy cornstarch helped to thicken it right up. Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        February 03, 2017 at 1:20 pm

        Hi Sheena! Oh wow! That is wonderful! I am so happy to know you and your husband love this Alfredo! Also, I often use half and half too. Have a beautiful weekend! -Anna

        Reply
    7. Anna says

      May 01, 2016 at 4:32 am

      Oh now I know what I make for dinner today! 😀 This looks mouth-watering! Creamy, easy and filling, who wants more? Great recipe! - Love, Anna

      Reply
    8. Wendy ONeal says

      April 23, 2016 at 11:39 pm

      Lovely pasta dish. And I'm totally diggin' that pan!!!

      Reply
    9. sue says

      April 22, 2016 at 10:15 am

      Quality pans make such a difference, and I love that these are made in America!

      Reply
    10. Cyndi says

      April 22, 2016 at 9:49 am

      This pasta looks perfect for dinner tonight! Love that creamy sauce and anything that has bacon in it is a winner in my book!

      Reply
    11. Rachel says

      April 22, 2016 at 6:31 am

      What a gorgeous pasta dish! I'll take mine with extra bacon please 😉

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 23, 2016 at 9:46 pm

        YES! Thanks, Rachel! 😀

        Reply
    12. Erin says

      April 21, 2016 at 11:15 am

      I am pretty sure I like your husband. Pasta is what I could eat for dinner almost every day. This looks so creamy and delicious!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 23, 2016 at 9:49 pm

        Haha! Thanks so much, Erin!

        Reply
    13. Katalina says

      April 20, 2016 at 8:36 pm

      This pasta looks like its from a fancy Italian restaurant! Love all the flavors!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 23, 2016 at 9:51 pm

        It really does! Thanks, Katalina!

        Reply
    14. Melanie says

      April 20, 2016 at 7:14 pm

      Pasta is always a winner in my book and that creamy sauce? YES!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 23, 2016 at 9:52 pm

        Thank you, Melanie!

        Reply
    15. Katerina says

      April 20, 2016 at 11:08 am

      OH WOW! That looks amazing I think I will need extra. LOTS of extra!!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 23, 2016 at 9:56 pm

        Haha! Thanks, Kate!

        Reply
    16. Valerie says

      April 19, 2016 at 9:19 pm

      Pasta is always a popular choice around here too! This looks like such a satisfying, delicious dish. A little bacon can never hurt a situation 🙂

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 23, 2016 at 10:05 pm

        Never! It only makes it better! 😀 Thanks, Valerie!

        Reply
    17. Ginny McMeans says

      April 19, 2016 at 6:41 pm

      Love one pot meals and that pot! 🙂 Thanks fore such a quick and hearty meal. It is one perfect dish for the hubby.

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 23, 2016 at 10:11 pm

        You guys are going to love it! Thanks, Ginny!

        Reply
    18. katie says

      April 19, 2016 at 3:13 pm

      This looks amazing--all for new easy to make pasta recipes! My family will love this!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 21, 2016 at 10:28 am

        Thank you, Katie!

        Reply
    19. Laura says

      April 19, 2016 at 11:13 am

      I will be making this - I cannot think of anything more delicious and comforting to eat during this rainy week!

      I also need to check out these pans! I haven't had a non-stick for years due to bad experiences of them flaking and ugh, no one wants to feed their families food filled with scary pan-flaked-chemicals!

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 20, 2016 at 11:44 am

        Yes! My thoughts exactly! Thanks, Laura! 😀

        Reply
    20. Medha says

      April 18, 2016 at 7:01 pm

      Love the creaminess factor here- also the savory flavor of the mushrooms is to die for 🙂

      Reply
      • Anna@CrunchyCreamySweet says

        April 20, 2016 at 11:35 am

        Thanks, Medha!

        Reply

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