One Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta
One Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta is creamy, savory, and irresistibly comforting. Made in a single pan with simple ingredients, this cozy dish will have your whole table asking for seconds—and maybe even marriage proposals.
Equipment
- Large Skillet or Dutch Oven
- Wooden spoon or spatula
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp olive oil for sautéing
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and sliced
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half for lighter version
- 8 oz short pasta penne, rotini, etc.
- 0.5 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- red pepper flakes optional, for a little heat
- fresh basil optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet or pot over medium heat. Add sliced chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until lightly browned on both sides.
- Add garlic and onion, sauté until fragrant and softened, about 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes (if using).
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir, then add the uncooked pasta.
- Bring mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook for 12–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce has thickened.
- Remove from heat, stir in parmesan cheese. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Notes
To lighten up, use half-and-half or plain Greek yogurt (off-heat). For a dairy-free version, swap with coconut cream and dairy-free cheese. Veggie-friendly? Use chickpeas or mushrooms instead of chicken and swap in veggie broth.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3–4 days. Reheat with a splash of broth or milk to keep the sauce creamy. This dish doesn’t freeze well due to the dairy and pasta texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 580kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 35gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 520mgPotassium: 650mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 950IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 180mgIron: 2.4mg
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