Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, dreamy dish featuring tender chicken and pasta enveloped in a luscious garlic sauce. Perfect for romantic dinners or cozy nights at home.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups spinach or kale
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- 1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 2. Sauté chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- 3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add spinach or kale until wilted.
- 4. Pour in heavy cream and stir in Italian seasoning; mix until combined.
- 5. Add Parmesan cheese and cooked pasta; toss to coat well.
- 6. Slice chicken and serve atop the creamy pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
Keywords: - For added flavor, consider substituting the chicken with shrimp or tofu. - Pair with garlic bread or a fresh salad for a complete meal. - To lighten the dish, use Greek yogurt instead of heavy cream.