Description
This Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe is a creamy and flavorful dish that will win over your taste buds. Tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce come together to create a delicious meal that’s perfect for a cozy night in or a special dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 boneless skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
For the Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
For the Pasta:
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or fettuccine)
For Garnish:
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Sear the Chicken: Season and sear the chicken in a skillet until cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, cook garlic, add chicken broth, then stir in cream, Parmesan, and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer.
- Combine and Serve: Slice the chicken, add back to skillet with pasta, toss to coat, and simmer briefly. Garnish with basil if desired.
Notes
- You can substitute chicken thighs for a more tender option.
- To reduce the richness, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 42g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
