Description
Irresistible Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a culinary delight that combines tender chicken, luscious cream sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta. This dish is not just a meal; it’s an experience that will impress your loved ones and elevate any dining occasion. With aromatic garlic and fresh spinach, every bite offers a burst of flavor that you won’t forget. Perfect for date nights or family gatherings, this easy-to-make recipe promises to leave everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt, pepper, and Italian herbs to taste
Instructions
- Prepare all ingredients by chopping the garlic and measuring out the rest.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken from the skillet; sauté garlic and spinach in the same pan until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese, stirring until creamy. Season with additional herbs if desired.
- Slice the rested chicken and return it to the skillet along with cooked pasta. Toss gently until everything is coated in sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 150mg