Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Tender chicken and pasta in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce that’s rich, flavorful, and unforgettable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner, Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American, Italian-Inspired
Ingredients
8 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp paprika
Salt and black pepper, to taste
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
Season chicken with Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 5–6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and slice.
In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 1 minute. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing to a gentle simmer.
Add Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes, stirring until sauce thickens.
Return chicken to the skillet, then add pasta and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water if needed to adjust consistency.
Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
Works well with shrimp instead of chicken.
Find it online: https://allrecipesmade.com/marry-me-chicken-pasta/
