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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Delight in this Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a creamy dish perfect for romantic dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 670

Ingredients
  

Chicken and Sauce
  • 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream substitute with Greek yogurt for a healthier option
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tsp dried oregano
  • 2 tsp dried basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Olive oil for cooking
Pasta
  • 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Oven
  • pot for boiling pasta

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Sear until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, then add heavy cream and soy sauce. Stir in oregano and basil.
  4. Return seared chicken to the skillet along with cooked pasta, tossing to combine. Simmer for 5 minutes to marry the flavors.
  5. Garnish with chopped parsley or grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 670kcalCarbohydrates: 62gProtein: 38gFat: 32g

Notes

Store leftover pasta in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat, adding a splash of cream to maintain creaminess.

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