Marry Me Chicken Risoni
A delightful one-pot dish featuring juicy chicken, creamy sauce, and tender risoni pasta that’s perfect for any weeknight dinner or special occasion.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb 1 lb (450g) chicken breasts, diced Diced for quicker cooking.
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken.
- 2 cloves 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor.
- 1 cup 1 cup risoni pasta Can substitute with small pasta.
- 2 cups 2 cups chicken broth Or vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.
- 1 cup 1 cup heavy cream For creaminess.
- 1 cup 1 cup grated parmesan cheese For flavor and creaminess.
- Salt and pepper to taste For seasoning.
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish) Adds freshness.
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the risoni pasta to the skillet and mix well.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Cover the skillet and let it cook for 10-12 minutes, or until the risoni is tender.
- Reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream and parmesan cheese. Mix until creamy and well combined.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
Serve hot with a green salad or garlic bread. For extra flavor, sprinkle more parmesan cheese on top before serving. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or frozen for a month.