Barilla Medium Shells Pasta with Mushroom, Cajun Chicken and Basil
Barilla Medium Shells Pasta with Mushroom, Cajun Chicken and Basil
Bold Cajun-spiced chicken and mushrooms topped with a balsamic glaze and fresh herbs
35 minutes total
- Basil
- Cheese
- Classic Blue Box
- Garlic
- Intermediate
- Meat
- Mushroom
- Oregano
- Quick and Easy Recipes
- Short
Packed with fragrant spices and herbs, this recipe pairs beautifully with al dente Barilla Medium Shells pasta. Each pasta shell cradles the flavours of well-seasoned chicken and creamy mushroom sauce, elevated by the balsamic glaze and Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Whether you're cooking for family, entertaining guests or meal prepping for the week, this recipe is guaranteed to satisfy!
Ingredients
Serves 8
| 1 box | Barilla Medium Shells/Conchiglie pasta |
| 5 tbsp | extra virgin olive oil, divided |
| 1 lb | boneless skinless chicken thighs, diced small |
| 2 cloves | garlic, minced |
| 1 tbsp | Cajun seasoning |
| 2 tbsp | unsalted butter |
| 3 cups | shiitake mushrooms, sliced |
| 3 cups | cremini mushrooms, sliced |
| 1 1/2 cups | portobello mushrooms, diced |
| 1 tsp | thyme, chopped |
| 1 tsp | oregano, chopped |
| 1 1/2 cups | heavy cream |
| 1 cup | chicken stock |
| 3/4 cup | Parmigiano Reggiano cheese, grated |
| 3/4 cup | balsamic glaze |
| 1/4 cup | micro basil |
| To taste | salt and black pepper |
Disclaimer
Individuals with allergies or specific dietary concerns should verify that the ingredients they utilize for the recipes comply with their restrictions. *Such a line meets the VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, LACTOSE-FREE AND KOSHER needs
Method
Step 1
In a large bowl add chicken, 1 tbsp olive oil, garlic, Cajun seasoning, salt and pepper. Allow chicken to marinate, refrigerated 30 minutes to overnight.
Step 2
Place a large pot of water to boil. Meanwhile, in a large skillet over medium heat add 1 tbsp oil. Cook chicken approximately 4 minutes or until chicken starts to brown.
Step 3
Add the rest of olive oil and butter. When the butter is melted, add the mushrooms, cooking them for 1-2 minutes before adding the thyme and oregano.
Step 4
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until mushrooms begin to brown. Add heavy cream and chicken stock. Mix and cook for an additional minute.
Step 5
When the water boils, cook Barilla Medium Shells pasta 1 minute less than the package directions, drain and mix with mushroom sauce.
Step 6
Remove from heat, add cheese, and adjust seasoning.
Step 7
Top Barilla Medium Shells pasta with a drizzle of balsamic glaze and pinch of micro basil.
Conchiglie | Medium Shells
With a shape that resembles a seashell, it is easy to see how the locals in the seaside communities of Naples and Genoa got their inspiration for the creation of Medium Shells, or Conchiglie. Its graceful, concave shape is covered in ridges. Plus, this pasta cut's ability to hold sauces and fillings makes it a versatile choice for pasta salads, casseroles, and soups, adding texture and flavour to every bite.
- Shape Short en-ca
- Cook time 8 mins
- Pack size 410 g
- Range Classic Blue Box
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