Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta
A decadent and creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and a rich sauce, perfect for impressing loved ones or enjoying a cozy night in.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Pescatarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz pasta (like fettuccine or penne)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Sear the chicken in a large skillet with olive oil, cooking for 6-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Sauté the minced garlic in the same skillet for about a minute until aromatic.
- Create the cream sauce by adding heavy cream and simmering, then whisk in the grated Parmesan until smooth.
- Combine sliced chicken and cooked pasta with the creamy sauce, tossing to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For meal prep, make the sauce ahead and store it in the fridge. You can customize by adding vegetables or using different pasta types.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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