Description
A delicious and romantic chicken pasta dish that is sure to impress your loved one.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the fettuccine pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook the chicken for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cherry tomatoes; sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add the Parmesan cheese and Italian seasoning, stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth.
- Slice the cooked chicken and add it back to the skillet along with the cooked pasta; toss to combine.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
- This dish can be made with any type of pasta you prefer.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative.
- Feel free to add vegetables like spinach or bell peppers for extra flavor and nutrition.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Romantic Dinner Recipe