Creamy Creme Fraiche Chicken Pasta

A luxurious dish featuring tender chicken in a rich creme fraiche sauce served over perfectly cooked pasta and garnished with Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

Ingredients

2	boneless skinless chicken breast halves, cubed
1	tablespoon butter, melted
½	cup white wine or apple juice
4	ounces penne pasta, cooked as per package directions
½	cup sweet white onion, chopped
2	cloves garlic, finely minced
½	cup sliced mushrooms
¾	cup creme fraiche
2	tablespoons creme fraiche
3	tablespoons parmigiano-reggiano cheese
2	tablespoons fresh basil, rough chopped
	salt and pepper

Instructions

• 1. Begin by cubing the boneless, skinless chicken breast halves and seasoning them with a sprinkle of salt and pepper.
  2. In a medium skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken cubes and cook until they are no longer pink and have a light brown crust.
  3. Add the finely minced garlic and the chopped sweet white onions to the skillet. Continue cooking until the onions are translucent. Then, add the sliced mushrooms and saute until they are soft.
  4. Transfer the chicken mixture from the pan and deglaze it with the white wine or apple juice, scraping off any browned bits.
  5. Let the wine or juice reduce until most of it has evaporated. Then, stir in the chicken mixture, rough chopped fresh basil, and the creme fraiche.
  6. Heat the mixture on low heat until it is thoroughly warmed through.
  7. Serve the creamy chicken over freshly cooked penne pasta, and garnish with the remaining creme fraiche and freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.
  8. This exquisite dish is best enjoyed immediately.

Jul 20, 2024