Description
Creamy Marry Me Pasta is a decadent and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken breast cooked in a rich, creamy Parmesan sauce with garlic and cherry tomatoes, tossed with perfectly cooked fettuccine. This comforting meal is quick and easy to prepare, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
Ingredients
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Chicken
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
Sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
Pasta
- 8 oz fettuccine or your favorite pasta
Garnish
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water in a large pot and cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Season the diced chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until golden and fully cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- Make the sauce: Using the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a simmer. Add grated Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes creamy.
- Combine ingredients: Add the cherry tomatoes and cooked chicken back into the skillet. Let the mixture simmer gently for 2 to 3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Toss the pasta: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss everything together thoroughly so the pasta is well coated in the creamy sauce.
- Serve: Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and enjoy while warm for a delicious and satisfying meal.
Notes
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or use a lower-fat milk option.
- Feel free to add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a slight kick.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make this recipe suitable for gluten-sensitive diets.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a simple green salad or garlic bread.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
