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Parmesan Marry Me Chicken Pasta

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A creamy pasta dish with pan-seared chicken, garlic-Parmesan sauce, and fresh spinach, perfect for weeknight dinners or date nights.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 6–8 ounces each)
  • 8 ounces fettuccine (or pasta of choice)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup fresh spinach (loosely packed)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cook the pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the fettuccine according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain and set aside.
  2. Prepare the chicken: Pat breasts dry and pound to an even thickness if necessary. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Sear the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the breasts for 6–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  4. Build the sauce: Reduce heat to medium-low, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and warm until simmering.
  5. Finish with cheese and spinach: Stir in grated Parmesan until melted, then add spinach and stir until wilted.
  6. Combine: Toss the drained pasta in the skillet with the sauce, adding reserved pasta water if needed. Slice chicken and arrange on top of the pasta.
  7. Garnish and serve: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results. Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but expect a thinner consistency.

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