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Creamy Parmesan Marry Me Chicken Pasta in a bowl, garnished with fresh herbs

Parmesan Marry Me Chicken Pasta

This creamy, dreamy pasta dish featuring succulent chicken and rich Parmesan sauce is guaranteed to impress and perhaps even invite a proposal!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts
  • 8 oz pasta (such as fettuccine or penne)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Preparing the Sauce
  1. Remove the chicken from the skillet. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Add grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Slice the cooked chicken and toss it back into the skillet with the pasta, stirring to coat with the sauce.
  2. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

This dish is perfect for a romantic dinner or any special occasion!