Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender, seasoned chicken with a creamy garlic sauce and perfectly cooked pasta. This easy-to-make recipe promises an explosion of flavors that will leave your loved ones asking for seconds. Perfect for date nights or family gatherings, this meal elevates your dining experience without the stress of complicated cooking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sauté until golden brown on both sides (about 6-7 minutes each), then remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for one minute. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir gently. Add Italian herbs and let simmer for about five minutes until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and add cooked pasta, tossing gently to coat.
- Sprinkle Parmesan cheese on top and let it melt before serving.
- Plate with additional sauce drizzled over for presentation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 39g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding seasonal vegetables like spinach or bell peppers or swapping chicken for shrimp. For a spicy kick, add red pepper flakes to the sauce.