Instant Pot Creamy Pasta with Chicken Thighs and Mushrooms

Instant Pot Creamy Pasta with Chicken Thighs and Mushrooms
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    25 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    6 People
  • VIEWS
    15

Savor the symphony of flavors in this Instant Pot Creamy Pasta, where succulent chicken thighs and earthy mushrooms meet a luscious, velvety sauce, all crafted in one pot for an effortless and unforgettable culinary experience.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    48 g
  • Cholesterol
    154 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    35 g
  • Saturated Fat
    19 g
  • Sodium
    1062 mg
  • Sugar
    4 g
  • Fat
    36 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Select the Sauté function on a multi-functional electric pressure cooker (such as an Instant Pot). Melt the butter in the pot. Add the chicken, mushrooms, minced garlic, rosemary, and thyme to the pot and sauté until the chicken is just starting to brown and the mushrooms are starting to soften, about 5 minutes. Push Cancel to end Sauté function, and remove the chicken and mushrooms with a slotted spoon and set aside.

02

Step

Add the chicken stock, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to the pot and stir with a wooden or plastic spoon, scraping the bottom of the pot to loosen any browned bits. Add linguine to the pot, making sure the noodles are all submerged in the liquid, but do not stir.

03

Step

Return the chicken and mushrooms to the pot, placing on top of the noodles without stirring. Place the cream cheese cubes over the top of the chicken, and do not stir. Close and lock the lid, making sure the pressure/steam release switch is set to Sealing.

04

Step

Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set timer for 6 minutes for al dente noodles, adding 1 minute if you want softer noodles. Allow 10 to 15 minutes for pressure to build.

05

Step

Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.

06

Step

Add Parmesan cheese, heavy cream, and parsley to the pot, stirring until the cream cheese and Parmesan cheese have completely blended into the pasta sauce and any noodles that were stuck together have broken up. Let the pasta sit in the pot, stirring occasionally, until the sauce is thickened, 3 to 5 minutes, before serving.

For an even richer flavor, consider using bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs. You can remove the skin after cooking if desired. Also, feel free to experiment with different types of mushrooms, such as shiitake or oyster mushrooms, for a unique twist.
Adjust the amount of heavy cream to achieve your desired sauce consistency. A splash of white wine added during the sautéing process can also enhance the depth of flavor.
If you don't have fresh parsley on hand, dried parsley can be used as a substitute, but fresh is highly recommended for the best flavor.

Holly Witting

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.8/ 5 ( 5 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Marlee Reichert

    I added a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little kick. Delicious!

  • Providenci Graham

    This recipe is a game-changer! So easy and the pasta is perfectly cooked every time.

  • Gladyce Veum

    My family loved this. I'll definitely be making it again!

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