Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
The Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe is a romantic dinner favorite that combines tender chicken with creamy sauce.
Equipment
- Large skillet or pan
- Medium saucepan
- Sharp knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Wooden spoon for stirring
- Colander for draining pasta
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless chicken breasts sliced
- 12 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook chicken pieces for 6-7 minutes until golden.
- Remove chicken and set aside on clean plate.
- Add minced garlic to same skillet, cook 1 minute.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to gentle simmer.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes.
- Stir in parmesan cheese until sauce becomes smooth.
- Return cooked chicken to the creamy sauce mixture.
- Add drained pasta, toss everything together gently.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving immediately.
Notes
- Don't overcobok the chicken it should remain juicy and tender throughout.
- Use fresh parmesan cheese pre-grated cheese won't melt as smoothly.
- Save pasta water add it if sauce becomes too thick.
- Let cream simmer gently high heat can cause it to curdle.
- Slice chicken evenly ensures uniform cooking and better presentation.