Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Indulge in creamy, tender chicken and pasta that creates an unforgettable dining experience perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Mince the garlic and let the chicken breasts reach room temperature.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add more oil if needed and sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Pour in chicken broth and dried herbs; let simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and mix well until combined. Allow to simmer for another few minutes as it thickens.
- Return the chicken to the skillet, letting it simmer in the sauce for a few more minutes while you cook the pasta according to package instructions in salted water.
- Drain pasta and toss it into the skillet with chicken and sauce. Stir well before serving on plates or in bowls.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 150mg