Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a creamy dish that combines tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a luscious sauce. Perfect for date nights or dinner parties, this recipe is simple to prepare and will leave your guests asking for seconds. Experience the joy of cooking with this delightful meal that promises to impress!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach (or 1 cup frozen)
- 8 oz pasta (fettuccine or penne)
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet. Cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Add minced garlic and spinach to the skillet and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream; scrape any bits from the skillet's bottom. Let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until melted.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Toss cooked pasta into the skillet with the chicken and sauce, coating evenly. Serve hot and garnish with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 400g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 880mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 145mg