Marry Me Chicken Pasta
This creamy, flavorful Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a must-try dish that blends tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich parmesan sauce over pasta.
Equipment
- Large skillet
- Pot
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into fillets
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 8 oz pasta such as fettuccine or penne
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for spice
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for 1 minute.
- Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and butter. Stir to combine.
- Add parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Slice chicken and return it to the skillet. Stir in cooked pasta until well coated.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Notes
For a spicier version, add extra red pepper flakes. For a lighter option, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.