Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish that’s perfect for a cozy dinner. The combination of tender chicken, rich sauce, and al dente pasta makes it a favorite among many
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 8 oz pasta (such as penne or rigatoni)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: chopped fresh parsley, red pepper flakes, additional grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Cook the Pasta: In the same skillet, add the onion and garlic and cook until fragrant. Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Make the Sauce: Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. Cook until the sauce has thickened slightly.
- Combine: Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet and stir to combine with the pasta and sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until everything is heated through.
- Serve: Plate the pasta and top with optional toppings like chopped fresh parsley, red pepper flakes, or additional grated Parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Notes
You can prep the chicken and sauce ahead of time. Store them in the refrigerator and cook the pasta when ready to serve.
For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
To make it gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Pasta