Penne with Chicken, Shiitake Mushrooms, and Capers

Health score
38%
Penne with Chicken, Shiitake Mushrooms, and Capers
45 min.
6
790kcal

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Indulge in a delightful culinary experience with our Penne with Chicken, Shiitake Mushrooms, and Capers. This exquisite dish combines tender chicken with the earthy flavors of shiitake mushrooms, creating a mouthwatering symphony of tastes that will leave your guests craving for more. The addition of capers brings a burst of tanginess, perfectly balancing the richness of the olive oil and Parmesan cheese.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a cozy lunch or a satisfying dinner with family and friends. With six generous servings, it's an ideal choice for gatherings, making it a crowd-pleaser that pairs well with a light salad or a glass of crisp white wine.

The combination of fresh ingredients, including aromatic rosemary and vibrant parsley, not only elevates the dish but also fills your kitchen with enticing aromas. Whether you’re entertaining guests or simply enjoying a comforting meal after a long day, this Penne with Chicken, Shiitake Mushrooms, and Capers will undoubtedly impress. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, this dish is bound to become a favorite in your culinary repertoire. So roll up your sleeves, and let’s create a meal that promises to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds!

Ingredients

  • servings all purpose flour 
  • tablespoons capers drained
  • 0.5 cup cooking wine dry white
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • 1.5 teaspoons rosemary fresh minced
  • 1.5 pounds mushroom caps fresh trimmed sliced
  • large garlic cloves finely chopped
  • 2.5 cups low-salt chicken broth ()
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • pound penne pasta 
  • large onion red thinly sliced
  • 1.5 pounds chicken breast halves boneless skinless cut into 3/4-inch cubes

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pot

Directions

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in heavy large pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add onion and sauté until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  3. Transfer to medium bowl.
  4. Add 2 tablespoons oil to pot.
  5. Add garlic and rosemary; sauté 30 seconds.
  6. Add mushrooms. Reduce heat to medium, cover, and cook until mushrooms are soft and brown, stirring often, about 15 minutes.
  7. Transfer to bowl with onion.
  8. Toss chicken in large bowl with enough flour to coat; shake off excess.
  9. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  10. Heat remaining 3 tablespoons oil in same pot over medium-high heat.
  11. Add chicken; sauté until no longer pink, about 5 minutes.
  12. Add 2 1/2 cups broth, wine, and capers. Bring to boil, scraping up any browned bits.
  13. Add mushroom-onion mixture and simmer until chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  14. Meanwhile, cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
  15. Drain.
  16. Add pasta to chicken mixture and toss over medium heat until heated through, adding more broth if necessary to moisten.
  17. Transfer pasta to large bowl.
  18. Sprinkle with parsley.
  19. Serve, passing cheese separately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories790kcal
Protein25%
Fat34.87%
Carbs40.13%

Properties

Glycemic Index
42.17
Glycemic Load
29.06
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
34.478695475537%

Flavonoids

Malvidin
0.01mg
Catechin
0.15mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Hesperetin
0.08mg
Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
5.4mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
3.67mg
Myricetin
0.41mg
Quercetin
8.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:790.28kcal
39.51%
Fat:30.1g
46.31%
Saturated Fat:7.96g
49.77%
Carbohydrates:77.96g
25.99%
Net Carbohydrates:71.98g
26.17%
Sugar:5.91g
6.56%
Cholesterol:98.67mg
32.89%
Sodium:778.58mg
33.85%
Alcohol:2.06g
100%
Alcohol %:0.52%
100%
Protein:48.57g
97.15%
Selenium:104µg
148.57%
Vitamin B3:19.43mg
97.15%
Phosphorus:749.53mg
74.95%
Vitamin B6:1.39mg
69.31%
Manganese:1.13mg
56.73%
Vitamin K:52.51µg
50.01%
Vitamin B5:3.83mg
38.27%
Vitamin B2:0.59mg
34.78%
Potassium:1144.91mg
32.71%
Calcium:308.47mg
30.85%
Zinc:4.46mg
29.7%
Magnesium:111.85mg
27.96%
Copper:0.51mg
25.54%
Fiber:5.98g
23.93%
Vitamin E:2.86mg
19.04%
Iron:2.98mg
16.53%
Vitamin B1:0.24mg
16.04%
Folate:56.59µg
14.15%
Vitamin B12:0.73µg
12.17%
Vitamin A:509.08IU
10.18%
Vitamin C:6.79mg
8.23%
Vitamin D:0.72µg
4.78%
Source:Epicurious