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Pasta dish with chicken and creamy mushroom sauce
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 cup (medium) of Pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce (240 g) has 403 calories. That works out to 168 calories per 100 g. It contains 44.2 g of carbs, 19.7 g of protein, 16.1 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 33.1 µg of Selenium covers 60% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 49 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
403
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
44.2g
· 16% DV
Protein
19.7g
· 39% DV
Fat
16.1g
· 21% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 44% · Protein 20% · Fat 36%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 403 kcal | |
| Total fat | 16.1 g | 21% |
| Saturated fat | 5.52 g | 28% |
| Trans fat | 0.19 g | |
| Sodium | 576 mg | 25% |
| Total carbohydrate | 44.2 g | 16% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 19.7 g | 39% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 403 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 47 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 90 g | 151 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 168 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 2 piece (medium) | 180 g | 302 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 300 g | 504 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 320 g | 538 kcal |
Calculated from 168 calories per 100 g.
Pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce is made by combining cooked pasta with sautéed chicken, mushrooms and a creamy sauce. Brown the chicken and mushrooms first, then simmer them briefly with the sauce and loosen it with a little pasta water.
A crisp green salad or roasted vegetables go well with pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce. Their freshness balances the creamy sauce, so a light side is usually a better match than another rich or cheese-heavy dish.
Yes, you can make pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce without cream. Use milk thickened with a little flour, or add reserved pasta water to the sautéed mushrooms and chicken for a lighter sauce that still coats the noodles.
Button or cremini mushrooms work well in pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce because they brown easily and have a mild, savory flavor. Slice them evenly and cook them until their released liquid evaporates before adding the sauce.
To keep pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce from drying out, reserve some pasta water and stir in a splash while reheating or tossing the dish. Avoid simmering the finished pasta for too long, which lets the sauce thicken and the chicken dry.
Yes, leftover roast chicken works in pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce. Add it after the mushrooms and sauce are cooked, just long enough to heat through; cooking it from the start can make already-cooked chicken tough.
Penne, rigatoni, and fettuccine all work well with pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce. Ridged or wide shapes hold the creamy sauce effectively, while cooking the pasta just until al dente helps it keep its texture after mixing.
Yes, pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce can be frozen, but the creamy sauce may separate and the mushrooms may soften after thawing. Freeze it in an airtight container, thaw it in the refrigerator, and reheat gently with a splash of milk or water.
Pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce generally keeps for three to four days in the refrigerator when chilled promptly and stored in a covered container. Reheat only the portion you plan to eat, and discard it if it was left at room temperature for hours.
Yes, pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce reheats well if you do it gently. Warm it in a covered pan over low heat with a little water or milk, stirring until hot throughout; this helps loosen the sauce without scorching it.
Vitamins
B3
5.76mg · 36% DV
Biotin
7.68µg · 26% DV
B5
1.15mg · 23% DV
B6
0.38mg · 22% DV
Minerals
Selenium
33µg · 60% DV
Phosphorus
245mg · 35% DV
Manganese
0.58mg · 25% DV
Sodium
576mg · 25% DV
Potassium ⭐
374mg · 11% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 403 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Pasta with chicken and mushroom sauce brings cooked pasta together with pieces of chicken and a creamy, savoury mushroom sauce. It is a familiar home-style combination rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and recipes vary in the pasta shape and how rich the sauce is.
It is usually served hot as a lunch or dinner, often with a green salad or vegetables alongside. The mushrooms give the sauce an earthy flavour, while chicken adds a tender, hearty bite. Pasta supplies most of the carbohydrates, and the chicken contributes protein; a 100 g portion has 8.2 g of protein. For a lighter plate, use less cream in the sauce and serve it with extra vegetables.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
5.52g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.16g
Omega 6:3 ratio 18.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (18.7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.