“Whole Grain Spaghetti with Chicken, Shiitake Mushrooms and Basil”

If you need a tasty recipe for use with pasta, try Whole Grain Spaghetti with Chicken, Shiitake Mushrooms and Basil. First, whole grain spaghetti is delicious. A slightly nutty flavor, perfectly cooked at al dente. My recipe combines shiitake mushrooms with chicken and the bright citrus flavor of lemon. Add a bit of cream, fresh basil at the end and Yum-O!

Whole Grain pasta works with any sauce. If you are watching your sugar intake, this recipe for Whole Grain Spaghetti with Chicken, Shiitake Mushrooms and Basil is for you. My husband is a pasta lover watching his sugar intake. Usually after eating pasta, 20 minutes later you feel your sugar level crash. You may have to search for other pasta variations but well worth looking for. Go ahead, give my recipe for Whole Grain Spaghetti with Chicken, Shiitake Mushrooms and Basil. If you’ve tried Whole Grain pasta, tell me what recipe ideas you have.

Whole Grain Spaghetti with Chicken, Shiitake Mushrooms and Basil

2 T. Olive oil

1 pound chicken breast, cut into bit-sized pieces

3 garlic cloves, minced

2 shallots, sliced lengthwise

1 1/2 cups shiitake mushrooms, stemmed and sliced

2 t. lemon zest

2 T. fresh lemon juice

Salt and pepper to taste

8 oz. Barilla whole grain spaghetti

1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

1 cup heavy cream or half & half

1/2 cup fresh basil, divided

Heat olive oil in 12 inch skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly salt and pepper chicken, place in skillet, sauté about 7 to 10 minutes. Add shallots, garlic, and mushrooms, stirring until mushrooms are soft and tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in lemon zest and lemon juice. Reduce heat; add salt and pepper to taste.

Meanwhile, cook spaghetti according to package directions, drain reserving 1/2 cup pasta water, rinse, set aside in colander.

Stir Parmesan cheese, 1/4 cup of basil, and cream into chicken mixture, stirring occasionally until cheese is melted and sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Add pasta and toss to coat well. Add small amounts of pasta water if sauce is too thick. Serve immediately, garnished with remaining basil.

Enjoy!