Marry Me Chicken Pasta
This rich and creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken, al dente penne, and a flavorful sun-dried tomato parmesan sauce. With a perfect balance of creaminess and spice, this dish is sure to impress anyone who tries it!
Servings: 6
Calories: 646kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken Pasta:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Chicken:
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until fully cooked and no longer pink inside.
- Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in the flour and cook for about 1 minute, forming a paste.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Season with additional salt and pepper if needed.
- Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it thickens.
Combine and Serve:
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Stir well to coat everything in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil and additional parmesan cheese before serving.