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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

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A creamy pasta dish with sliced, pan-seared chicken in a Parmesan-infused sauce, perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 8 oz pasta (fettuccine, penne, or linguine)
  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving a quarter cup of the pasta water.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season both sides of the chicken with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook for 6 to 7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken and let it rest briefly.
  3. Add the minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan until it melts and the sauce thickens.
  5. Slice the cooked chicken and return the slices to the skillet. Add the drained pasta and toss to coat. If the sauce seems too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

For a lighter sauce, use half-and-half mixed with cornstarch. Adjust chicken cooking for thickness and ensure evenness for better results.

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