Marry Me Chicken Pasta
An absolute showstopper! This Marry Me Chicken Pasta combines juicy, bite-sized chicken, al dente penne, and the most luscious, creamy, sun-dried tomato sauce. It’s the kind of dish that makes people fall in love (or at least propose dinner again next week). Ready in 30 minutes and packed with BIG flavors!
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Servings: 6
Calories: 630kcal
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 10 oz penne pasta
- ¼ tsp pepper
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 tsp garlic, minced
- 3 tbsp flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: Cook the Pasta
- Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. (Hold back a little pasta water just in case you want a thinner sauce!)
Step 2: Sear the Chicken
- Season chicken pieces with salt & pepper.Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, flipping once, until golden and cooked through.Transfer to a plate. (No need to wash the pan—this is where the magic happens!)
Step 3: Make the Sauce
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.Sprinkle in flour, whisking to make a paste.Slowly whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning.Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens up. (It should coat the back of a spoon!)
Step 4: Bring it All Together
- Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in that creamy goodness.Add the cooked pasta and stir well. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.Taste and season with salt & pepper as needed.
Step 5: Garnish & Serve!
- Sprinkle with fresh basil and extra parmesan (because you can never have too much!).Serve hot and watch everyone fall in love with this dish!
Notes
Bonus Tips:
Want more protein? Add crispy bacon or pancetta!Make it spicy! A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a nice kick.
Need a gluten-free version? Swap the flour for cornstarch and use GF pasta.
Leftovers? No Problem!
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat on the stove with a splash of milk to bring back that creamy texture!Nutrition
Calories: 630kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 14g
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