PENNE WITH CHICKEN AND GORGONZOLA CHEESE

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I found this recipe years ago and it instantly became my husband's favorite. I make it so much that I now do it by memory and with my own style and touch. Caution--it's addicting!

Provided by msmichelle4

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 chicken breasts, thinly sliced
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper, divided
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 lb shiitake mushroom, sliced
1 cup heavy cream or 1 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup crumbled gorgonzola, divided
1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
1/2 lb penne, cooked according to package directions
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper. Heat oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium high heat. Add chicken and brown 2 minutes per side, until edges are light brown.
  • Add mushroom and cook, stirring often until softened, 2 to 3 minutes.
  • Stir in cream and cook until mixture is reduced by half, about 3-4 minutes.
  • Stir in 1/4 cup Gorgonzola and parmesan. Simmer, stirring about 1 more minute, until cheeses melt. Stir in remaining salt and pepper.
  • Toss hot pasta with sauce then sprinkle remaining 1/4 Gorgonzola and parsley on top. Warning: This is not a low fat meal, so you should enjoy immensely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 793.6, Fat 47.4, SaturatedFat 22.8, Cholesterol 194.3, Sodium 772.8, Carbohydrate 49.6, Fiber 7.1, Sugar 0.9, Protein 43.2

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