Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, savory dish with tender chicken, pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich parmesan sauce. It’s a quick, delicious meal that’s sure to impress, perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
- Chicken Pasta:
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 lb pasta
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- Sauce:
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 tsp garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1½ cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 7 oz sun-dried tomatoes (jarred in oil), drained and chopped
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp dried Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp chopped basil
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook Pasta: Cook pasta according to package directions. Reserve 1 cup of the pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare Chicken: Pat chicken dry and season with half the salt and pepper.
- Cook Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes per side or until golden and cooked through (internal temp: 165˚F). Transfer to a plate and keep warm.
- Make Sauce: Add garlic to the pan and sauté for 1 minute. Stir in tomato paste and cook for 30 seconds. Deglaze with chicken broth, scraping up browned bits. Add heavy cream, half the parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and remaining salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Combine Chicken and Pasta: Slice the chicken and return it to the skillet. Add the pasta and toss everything together to coat in the sauce.
- Finish and Garnish: Stir in fresh basil and parsley. Garnish with additional basil and parmesan. Serve hot.
Notes
- For a lighter version, you can use half-and-half or milk instead of heavy cream.
- For extra flavor, top with extra parmesan or a sprinkle of crushed red pepper flakes.
- Pair with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 130mg
