Description
This Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, garlicky dish with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich Parmesan sauce that will make anyone fall in love! Perfect for date nights or a cozy family dinner, this easy homemade recipe is packed with bold flavors and comes together in under 30 minutes. Serve with a side of garlic bread or a fresh salad.
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 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)
- 1/2 lb (225g) pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your choice)
- 1/4 cup fresh basil or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and fully cooked. Remove and slice.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth, scraping the pan to deglaze. Let simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked pasta and sliced chicken, tossing to coat in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter option.
- Swap chicken for shrimp or tofu for a variation.
- For a spicy kick, add extra red pepper flakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50 g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg