A delicious and creamy pasta dish featuring chicken, shrimp, and mushrooms, perfect for a comforting meal.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:30 minutes
Total Time:45 minutes
Yield:4 servings 1x
Category:Main Course
Method:Stovetop and Broil
Cuisine:Italian
Diet:Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
12 oz medium shell pasta
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
8 oz mushrooms, sliced
2 tbsp olive oil
3 tbsp butter
4 cloves garlic, minced
1 small onion, finely diced
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ cup crispy fried onions or breadcrumbs
2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
¼ tsp red pepper flakes, optional
Instructions
Cook the pasta: Cook the shell pasta in salted water according to package directions until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, then drain.
Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 5–7 minutes, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
Cook the shrimp: Add 1 tablespoon butter to the skillet. Add shrimp and cook for 2–3 minutes per side, until pink and opaque. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the mushrooms: Add the remaining butter. Add mushrooms and onion and cook for 5–7 minutes, until browned and tender. Add garlic and Italian seasoning and cook for 30 seconds.
Make the creamy sauce: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer for 3–4 minutes. Stir in mozzarella and Parmesan until melted and creamy.
Combine: Return the chicken and shrimp to the skillet. Add the cooked shell pasta and toss gently. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
Add the crispy topping: Transfer to a baking dish if desired. Sprinkle generously with crispy fried onions or breadcrumbs and a little extra Parmesan.
Bake: Broil at 425°F for 3–5 minutes, just until the cheese is bubbly and the topping is golden.
Garnish: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and a little cracked black pepper. Serve hot.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes.
Feel free to substitute the chicken or shrimp with your favorite protein.
This dish can be made ahead and baked just before serving.