Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, dreamy dish that will sweep you off your feet. This romantic recipe features tender chicken breasts enveloped in a rich garlic sauce, paired with perfectly cooked pasta. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for impressing loved ones or enjoying a comforting meal at home. With its vibrant colors and delightful flavors, this dish is sure to make any dining experience memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- 1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for about 5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- 2. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- 3. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well while scraping the bottom of the skillet. Add thyme and oregano.
- 4. Gradually stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- 5. Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. If needed, add more chicken broth for consistency.
- 6. Slice chicken and place over pasta; drizzle with extra sauce if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 150mg