Marry Me Chicken Pasta
A delightful pasta dish combining creamy garlic Parmesan flavors with tender chicken, perfect for any weeknight dinner or a romantic meal.
Ingredients
Ingredients for Chicken and Sauce
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Seasoned with salt and pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For cooking the chicken
- 4 cloves garlic, minced For sauce flavor
- 1 cup heavy cream Can be substituted with half-and-half
- 1 cup chicken broth For sauce base
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese For creamy sauce
Ingredients for Pasta
- 8 oz pasta of your choice Fettuccine or penne work best
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- to taste Salt and pepper
- optional crushed red pepper flakes For a little kick!
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil and let it warm up.
- Once hot, place the chicken in the skillet and cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Making the Sauce
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until fragrant.
- Add the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring until well combined.
- Sprinkle in the grated Parmesan cheese and stir until the cheese melts and the sauce is smooth.
Cooking the Pasta
- Cook your pasta according to the package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and add it directly to the creamy sauce.
- Slice the chicken and place it on top of the pasta, gently tossing everything together until well coated.
Garnishing and Serving
- Sprinkle fresh parsley on top for garnish.
- Optionally, add a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes for extra flavor.
Notes
For deeper flavor, deglaze the pan with a splash of white wine after cooking the chicken. Don't worry if the sauce is lumpy; that's just cheese mixing with cream. For a lighter version, use half-and-half or a dairy alternative.