Marry Me Chicken Pasta
A delicious pasta dish featuring tender chicken, a creamy sauce, juicy cherry tomatoes, and vibrant spinach, perfect for date nights or weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fusilli)
- 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with half-and-half for a lighter option
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved Can substitute with grape tomatoes or canned diced tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups spinach Can substitute with kale
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- to taste salt and pepper Don’t forget to season the chicken well
- optional red pepper flakes For added heat
Instructions
Preparation
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper before adding them to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes, until browned and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and slice.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Then, add the cherry tomatoes and cook until they start to burst.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream; stir to combine. Bring to a gentle simmer, then add spinach and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken back into the skillet, and toss everything together.
- Serve warm, garnished with red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
For best presentation, plate the pasta in shallow bowls and consider adding extra Parmesan and a drizzle of olive oil on top.