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Delicious Marry Me Chicken Pasta dish garnished with fresh herbs

Marry Me Chicken Pasta

A creamy and comforting pasta dish with tender chicken breasts and heartwarming Italian flavors, perfect for special occasions or weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts Ensure chicken is seasoned
  • to taste Salt and pepper For seasoning chicken
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil For searing chicken
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor to the sauce
  • 1 cup heavy cream Makes the sauce rich and creamy
  • 1 cup chicken broth Can substitute with vegetable broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning For added herb flavor
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese To enrich the sauce
  • 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne) Choose your favorite type
  • for garnish Fresh basil Garnish for serving

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook until golden brown, approximately 6-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Add Italian seasoning and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts completely and the sauce is smooth.
  6. In a separate pot, cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
  7. Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet with the sauce. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together until well coated.
  8. Serve the pasta garnished with fresh basil.

Notes

For added flavor, you might want to include sautéed mushrooms or spinach. To make a thicker sauce, simmer longer before adding pasta.