Description
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish with tender chicken, perfect for a romantic dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken until golden and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove and slice.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a simmer. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add cooked pasta and sliced chicken to the sauce. Toss to coat.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your spice preference.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 125mg
Keywords: marry me chicken pasta, creamy chicken pasta, romantic dinner recipe