Marry Me Chicken Pasta
A creamy pasta dish that combines tender chicken, luscious sauce, and aromatic garlic, perfect for impressing a special someone.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing, Sautéing, Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 8 oz penne or fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Once done, drain and set aside.
- Sear the chicken in a large skillet with olive oil, seasoned with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, until golden brown.
- Sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet until fragrant.
- Create the creamy sauce by adding chicken broth and heavy cream, then stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Combine sliced chicken and cooked pasta with the sauce until well coated.
- Serve warm, garnished with freshly chopped parsley.
Notes
Serve with a green salad and crisp white wine for a delightful pairing. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Find it online: https://lunarecipez.com/marry-me-chicken-pasta/