And if you’re working on a proposal this year, pull out the big guns with Marry Me Chicken. They say it’s a commitment-inspiring sensation!
Chicken Alfredo
Alfre-I do! Although I’ve done no research to support this claim, Alfredo recipes (must) have led to countless engagements and contented relationships. Who could resist the luscious and buttery slip of cream sauce over pasta, heightened by the sharp tang of freshly grated Parmesan? Serving a homemade Alfredo sauce over homemade fettuccine can be taken as a pure sign of devotion (no-one needs to know how easy it is!). I can even show you how to make it completely plant-based! However, if your significant other is less than impressed by a meat-free meal, chicken is an easy addition to an Alfredo pasta dish. While the prosciutto wrapped version is the fanciest, there’s a chicken Alfredo pasta recipe for every occasion: – Chicken broccoli Alfredo is a one pan midweek-dinner winner. – Cajun chicken Alfredo is warming and satisfying. – Blackened Chicken Alfredo for when you’re not really sure if you’re in the mood for spicy chicken or creamy pasta. Just have both!
Prosciutto wrapped chicken
Wrapping the chicken breast in a slice of prosciutto is elevating and worth the extra effort. It seals in moisture for a super succulent mouthful. It adds a crisp texture to each bite. And it brings a savoury salty dimension that contrasts the cream so the sauce is not stifling or bland. I favour prosciutto, it is sweeter than serrano ham and less dry. You could use speck which is very similar but is lightly smoked, or bacon. Personally, I find bacon too thick, and a little unsightly for the purpose if I’m being honest!
Serving suggestions
If you really want to demonstrate your commitment, make homemade pasta. All you need is eggs, flour, and dedication. As this chicken Alfredo recipe is supremely salty and creamy-rich, it needs fresh tasting sides that will lift and brighten both the plate and palate. I’d serve a romantic red tomato salad with herb vinaigrette and feta or lemon butter green beans. With any Alfredo recipe I would serve garlic bread, but if you’re putting together a date-night dinner, I might skip it on this occasion!
Storage and leftovers
Perfect pasta is fresh off the stovetop and al dente. Sadly, leftover pasta can go a little mushy when refrigerated, so I rarely save it. But if you can’t bear the waste, cover and keep in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat on the hob with a splash of water to refresh. Alfredo chicken pasta is made with a cream sauce, so it is not one for the freezer. Thawed cream sauces come out grainy, which is not the Alfredo we love!
Other pasta recipes to try
Creamy Mustard Chicken Pasta Spinach Ricotta Pasta with Lemon Butter Chicken Goat Cheese Pasta with Spinach and Pine Nuts Sun-Dried Tomato Pasta with Chicken
