Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a delightful one-pan meal that combines succulent chicken, creamy garlic sauce, and fresh spinach. This dish is perfect for cozy evenings or impressing your special someone with its rich flavors and elegant presentation. Ready in just 30 minutes, it offers a comforting yet sophisticated dining experience that will make any night feel special.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (approximately 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients and preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. In the skillet, add olive oil and sear the chicken for 5-7 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and fresh spinach; sauté until fragrant and spinach wilts.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, sprinkle with oregano, then simmer while scraping up flavorful bits from the pan.
- Return the chicken to the skillet along with cooked pasta; toss until well coated in sauce.
- Serve topped with grated Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 300g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding sun-dried tomatoes or swapping fettuccine for whole wheat or gluten-free pasta. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days.