Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a delightful and creamy dish that combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious Parmesan sauce over your favorite pasta. Perfect for family dinners or romantic date nights, this comforting meal comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal choice for any occasion. The rich flavors and easy preparation will impress everyone at your table, turning this recipe into a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless skinless chicken breasts (diced)
- 10 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine)
- 2 tbsp seasoned oil from sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (thinly diced)
- 1¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- In a bowl, toss diced chicken with cornstarch, oregano, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat the seasoned oil and cook the coated chicken until golden brown (about 5–6 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- Sauté minced garlic and diced sun-dried tomatoes in the same skillet for 2–3 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer for 3–5 minutes. Add Parmesan until melted.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Add cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing gently to combine. Adjust consistency with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1¼ cups
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 150mg