Marry Me Chicken Pasta (Easy Version)
This creamy, one‑pan Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a cozy, flavorful dish made with juicy chicken, sun‑dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and a rich cream sauce that clings beautifully to your favourite pasta. Perfect for weeknights or romantic dinners alike.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot for Pasta
- Knife and Cutting Board
- Tongs or Spatula
Ingredients
Chicken & Pasta
- 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless, sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 8 oz pasta penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine
Cream Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup sun‑dried tomatoes chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes optional
Garnish
- fresh basil for garnish
- extra Parmesan cheese for garnish
Instructions
- Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium‑high heat. Sear chicken until golden on both sides. Remove and set aside.
- Lower heat. Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté 30 seconds. Add sun‑dried tomatoes and cook until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir until creamy and smooth.
- Return chicken to skillet along with cooked pasta. Toss to coat. Add pasta water as needed to loosen sauce.
- Top with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. Serve warm and enjoy.
Notes
This dish is great for romantic dinners, small gatherings, or meal prep. Add spinach, mushrooms, or chopped bell peppers for extra veggies.
Nutrition
Calories: 620kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 38gFat: 38gSaturated Fat: 18gCholesterol: 145mgSodium: 480mgPotassium: 550mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 220mgIron: 2mg
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