Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a deliciously creamy dish that combines succulent chicken, tender pasta, and vibrant spinach in a rich garlic sauce. Perfect for romantic dinners or family gatherings, this recipe promises to impress with its delightful flavors and comforting texture. Easy to prepare, it’s sure to become a favorite that leaves everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil and oregano mix)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Gather all ingredients and finely chop the garlic.
- Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken breasts for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add garlic & spinach: Remove the chicken from the skillet. Add minced garlic and fresh spinach to the same pan; sauté for about 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Create your sauce: Pour in heavy cream, add grated Parmesan cheese, and sprinkle dried herbs. Stir until combined into a smooth sauce.
- Combine everything: Slice chicken into strips and return it to the skillet with cooked pasta. Toss gently in the creamy sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve & Enjoy: Plate your Marry Me Chicken Pasta with extra Parmesan on top and enjoy!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg