Description
A comforting and indulgent dish featuring tender chicken in a rich, cheesy sauce served over pasta, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 8 ounces pasta (e.g., penne or fettuccine)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: spinach, red pepper flakes, sun-dried tomatoes
Instructions
- Step 1: Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Step 2: Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Step 3: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and cook until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 6-7 minutes per side. Remove chicken and set aside.
- Step 4: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Step 5: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Bring to a simmer.
- Step 6: Add shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan cheeses, stirring until melted and sauce is smooth.
- Step 7: Slice the cooked chicken and add it back to the skillet. Stir to coat with the sauce.
- Step 8: Toss cooked pasta into the skillet, mixing well to combine everything.
- Step 9: Optional: stir in spinach, red pepper flakes, or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Step 10: Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
Feel free to customize the dish with your favorite add-ins like greens or spices. For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: PT15M
- Cook Time: PT30M
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: creamy marry me chicken pasta, easy recipes
