Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy chicken pasta made with parmesan, garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich cream sauce.It’s a quick 30-minute dinner perfect for weeknights or special occasions.Serve with fresh basil and parmesan for the ultimate comfort meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts sliced thinly
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
- 8 ounces pasta penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the sliced chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown on both sides and fully cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream, parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, and crushed red pepper flakes. Mix until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and add the cooked pasta. Toss everything together so the sauce coats the pasta evenly.
- Let the dish cook for another 2–3 minutes until heated through. This Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe is best served warm, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
You can add sautéed spinach or mushrooms for extra flavor and nutrition. Some cooks also like adding a squeeze of lemon juice to brighten the cream sauce.
For extra richness, a small amount of cream cheese can be stirred into the sauce.