Description
Indulge in this rich and creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe that will win over your taste buds with its flavorful combination of tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a cozy night in or entertaining guests.
Ingredients
Scale
Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into strips or bite-sized pieces)
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Sauce:
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Other:
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil (or parsley) for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta: Boil pasta until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Cook the chicken: Season and cook chicken until golden. Set aside.
- Make the sauce: Sauté garlic, add sun-dried tomatoes, broth, cream, and Parmesan. Combine with chicken and pasta.
- Finish and serve: Simmer to meld flavors, garnish with basil or parsley, and serve.
Notes
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half or evaporated milk instead of cream.
- You can also substitute chicken thighs or shrimp.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 560
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
