Description
Indulge in the warmth of One-Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a dish that melds tender chicken with a rich, creamy sauce and al dente pasta. This easy recipe transforms any weeknight into a special occasion, promising compliments and an unforgettable dining experience. Perfect for cozy family dinners or impressing friends, this meal is sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 3 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- Sauté chicken: In a large pot over medium heat, add olive oil, then chicken. Season with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-8 minutes).
- Add garlic and pasta: Stir in minced garlic for about 30 seconds, then add pasta and pour in the chicken broth. Bring to a boil.
- Create the sauce: Lower heat; stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Simmer until pasta absorbs most of the liquid.
- Add spinach: Toss in fresh spinach during the last few minutes of cooking until wilted.
- Serve: Plate your dish, garnishing with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-Pot
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg