Ricotta cheese is the key to this easy pasta dish.

For the smoothest results, use freshly grated Parmesanpre-grated cheese often contains cellulose that can prevent melting.

Cook pasta according to package directions.

Creamy Chicken & Mushroom Pasta

Photo: Jacob Fox

Reserve 1 cup of the cooking water, then drain.

Meanwhile, heat 1 tablespoon oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Add chicken and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon each salt and pepper.

Cook, stirring occasionally, until cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes.

Transfer the chicken to a plate.

Add the remaining 1 tablespoon oil to the pan.

Add wine and cook, scraping up any browned bits, for 1 minute.

Reduce heat to medium-low.

Stir in the chicken.

Garnish with more Parmesan and herbs, if desired.

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