Marry Me Chicken Pasta
A creamy, garlicky chicken pasta dish that’s quick to prepare and perfect for impressing family and guests.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Paleo
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cups pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked pasta to the creamy sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Slice the chicken and arrange it on top of the pasta.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your meal!
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet with a splash of chicken broth or cream if too thick.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 65mg
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