Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a dish that promises to elevate your dining experience. This creamy pasta features tender chicken, fresh spinach, and a rich sauce that blends beautifully with your favorite pasta. Perfect for cozy dinners or lively gatherings, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will leave everyone asking for more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Mince the garlic and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown on both sides (about 6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Add garlic and cream: In the same skillet, reduce heat slightly and add minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute), then pour in heavy cream and stir to combine.
- Incorporate pasta and spinach: Add cooked pasta directly to the skillet with the cream sauce. Toss in fresh spinach and stir until wilted and well-coated.
- Finish with cheese and seasoning: Stir in grated Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning until melted into a creamy sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 56g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 105mg