Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a delightful and romantic dish that features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich, creamy sauce served over your favorite pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is perfect for date nights or special occasions, tantalizing taste buds with its luscious flavors and stunning presentation. Impress your loved ones with this enchanting meal that not only satisfies but might just spark a proposal!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz pasta of choice (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Prepare Ingredients: Mince garlic and gather all ingredients.
- 2. Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken breasts for about 5-7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F/74°C). Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- 3. Create Sauce: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about one minute. Pour in chicken broth and simmer gently. Stir in heavy cream and dried herbs; let simmer for five minutes.
- 4. Add Spinach & Cheese: Stir in fresh spinach until wilted, then mix in grated Parmesan until melted.
- 5. Combine Everything: Slice chicken breasts into strips, return to the skillet with cooked pasta, and toss thoroughly to coat.
- 6. Serve & Enjoy: Plate the pasta, garnishing with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 145mg