Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a show-stopping dish that combines tender chicken breasts with a luscious, creamy sauce infused with fresh garlic, soy sauce, and Parmesan cheese, all elegantly served over your favorite pasta. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for impressing your loved ones at a romantic dinner or enjoying a cozy family meal. With its rich flavors and delightful textures, Marry Me Chicken Pasta transforms any occasion into a culinary celebration. In less than an hour, you can whip up this exquisite dish that is not only satisfying but also bound to win hearts at the dinner table.
Ingredients
- 3–4 boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
- 3 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Finely chop the garlic.
- Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente; drain.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; sauté in olive oil over medium heat for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove chicken and add garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Stir in soy sauce and heavy cream; mix well.
- Return pasta to the skillet along with Parmesan cheese; toss until well-coated.
- Serve immediately, drizzled with extra sauce if desired.
Notes
For added flavor, marinate the chicken overnight in olive oil and garlic.
Customize by adding vegetables like spinach or swapping sun-dried tomatoes for roasted red peppers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 145mg