Savor the Night: Easy & Elegant Chicken Recipes for Date Night
Discover easy & elegant chicken recipes perfect for a romantic date night, featuring creamy garlic parmesan chicken pasta that delights the senses.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 600kcal
Equipment
- large pot
- Skillet
Ingredients
For the Pasta
- 200 grams Pasta any type like fettuccine or penne; it's the heart of this creamy dish.
For the Chicken
- 2 pieces Chicken Breast main protein source, packed with flavor.
For the Sauce
- 3 cloves Garlic fresh garlic is key for deep flavor.
- 1 cup Heavy Cream delivers that luscious, creamy texture.
- 100 grams Parmesan Cheese freshly grated for the best flavor.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil for cooking chicken and sautéing garlic.
Seasoning
- to taste Salt essential for flavor.
- to taste Pepper essential for flavor.
Instructions
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and add your pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sauté the Chicken: In a skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Add diced chicken breast and cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned and no longer pink in the center.
- Add Garlic: Stir in minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and add freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Stir gently and let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until it thickens slightly.
- Combine with Pasta: Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, mixing well. Allow it to heat through for about a minute.
- Season & Serve: Season your creamy pasta with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
Garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Consider pairing with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.