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Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

Creamy Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

with Italian Style Cheese
Mimi Morley
Mimi MorleyUpdated on March 06, 2026
Calories
832 kcal
Protein
46.2g protein
Total
15 minutes
Difficulty
Easy
Allergens:
  • Cereals containing gluten
  • Milk
  • Egg
Produced in a facility that processes eggs, milk, fish, peanuts, sesame, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat.
serving amount

180 grams

Rigatoni Pasta

(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)

240 grams

Diced British Chicken Thigh

1 sachet(s)

Dried Oregano

120 grams

Sliced Mushrooms

150 grams

Creme Fraiche

(Contains: Milk)

15 grams

Wild Mushroom Paste

20 grams

Grated Hard Italian Style Cheese

(Contains: Milk, Egg)

Not included in your delivery

100 milliliter(s)

Water for the Sauce

Energy (kJ)3482 kJ
Energy (kcal)832 kcal
Fat40.4 g
of which saturates20.7 g
Carbohydrate73.7 g
of which sugars7.5 g
Dietary Fibre3.4 g
Protein46.2 g
Salt1.2 g
Always refer to the product label for the most accurate ingredient and allergen information.
Medium Saucepan
Kettle
Pan

Instructions

Pasta Time
1
  • Boil a full kettle. Pour it into a saucepan with 1/2 tsp salt on high heat.
  • Boil the pasta, 12 mins.
  • Once cooked, drain and drizzle with oil. 
Get Frying
2
  • Meanwhile, heat a drizzle of oil in a frying pan on medium-high heat.
  • Once hot, fry the chicken, oregano and mushrooms, 8-10 mins.
  • Season with salt and pepper. IMPORTANT: Wash hands and utensils after handling raw meat. Cook so there's no pink in the middle.
Creamy Sauce
3
  • Stir in the creme fraiche, wild mushroom paste and water for the sauce (see pantry). 
  • Bring to the boil, then lower the heat. Simmer, 3-4 mins.
  • Stir in the cheese and cooked rigatoni until combined.
Dinner's Ready!
4
  • Share your pasta between your bowls. 

Enjoy!

Customer reviews

Review summary

Updated on Feb 2026
  • Flavour: Many enjoyed the creamy sauce, though some found it bland and suggested adding chilli flakes, garlic, or lemon for extra flavour.
  • Ease of prep: Praised as quick and simple to make, with clear instructions for a speedy midweek meal.
  • Suggestions: Consider using chicken breast instead of thighs; add extra vegetables or serve with garlic bread or salad for variety.
  • Portions: Some felt the portion size was perfect, whilst others wished for more sauce or larger servings overall.
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