Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a delightful dish that’s perfect for a romantic dinner or a cozy night in. This recipe combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese in a luxurious cream sauce, all tossed with your favorite pasta for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
For the Sauce:
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Additional:
- 8 oz penne or your favorite pasta
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Prepare pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic. Add chicken broth, then stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine: Slice chicken, return to skillet. Add pasta, toss to coat. Top with basil and serve.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use white wine instead of half the chicken broth.
- This dish can be enhanced with spinach or mushrooms added towards the end of cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 510mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
