marry me chicken pasta
Indulge in the creamy delight of marry me chicken pasta! This dish is a perfect blend of flavors that will leave you craving more! 🍝❤️
Equipment
- 1 Large skillet For sautéing the chicken and making the sauce.
- 1 Large Pot For boiling the pasta.
Ingredients
Protein
- 2 pieces Fresh chicken breast Boneless and high-quality.
Pasta
- 8 ounces Fettuccine pasta Can substitute with penne or zucchini noodles.
Sauce
- 1 cup Heavy cream For a rich and creamy sauce.
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese Freshly grated for best flavor.
Vegetables
- 1/2 cup Sun-dried tomatoes Oil-packed variety preferred.
- 2 cups Fresh spinach Can substitute with kale.
Aromatics
- 3 cloves Minced garlic Fresh is best.
- 1 teaspoon Italian herbs Blend of basil, oregano, and thyme.
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by gathering all your ingredients. You’ll need fresh chicken breast, fettuccine pasta, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh spinach, minced garlic, and Italian herbs. Having everything ready will make the cooking process smoother.
Cooking
- In a large skillet, heat a tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and season them with salt and pepper. Sauté for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once the chicken is cooked, remove it from the skillet and set it aside. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes, allowing the garlic to become fragrant.
- Next, pour in the heavy cream and stir in the grated parmesan cheese. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- While the sauce is simmering, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the fettuccine pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain the pasta and add it directly to the skillet with the creamy sauce. Slice the cooked chicken and place it on top. Gently toss everything together, ensuring the pasta is well-coated in the sauce.
- Finally, fold in the fresh spinach. The residual heat will wilt the spinach perfectly.
- Plate your dish and garnish with extra parmesan cheese and fresh herbs if desired. Serve immediately for the best experience.