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Marry Me Chicken Pasta – Creamy, Dreamy, and Irresistibly Delicious!


  • Author: admin
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

Tender chicken, a luxuriously creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, and perfectly cooked pasta all come together in one magical dish. It’s called Marry Me Chicken for a reason — one bite and you’ll fall head over heels!


Ingredients

Scale

For the chicken:

  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (or 4 small ones), sliced into strips

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the sauce and pasta:

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) chicken broth

  • 1 cup (240 ml) heavy cream

  • 1/2 cup (50 g) grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1/2 cup (80 g) chopped sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained)

  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to your spice level)

  • 8 oz (225 g) pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite)

  • 1 tablespoon butter

  • Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

1. Cook the pasta:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.

  • Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, toss with a little butter to prevent sticking, and set aside.


2. Cook the chicken:

  • Season chicken strips with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.

  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  • Add the chicken and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

  • Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.


3. Make the creamy sauce:

  • In the same skillet, lower heat to medium.

  • Add a little more oil if needed, then sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

  • Stir in the chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits from the bottom.

  • Add the heavy cream, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes.

  • Simmer gently for 3–5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.


4. Bring it all together:

  • Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 2–3 minutes.

  • Toss the cooked pasta into the sauce, stirring well to coat every bite.

  • Let everything mingle for a minute or two until heated through.


To Serve:
Plate up and garnish with plenty of fresh basil and extra Parmesan if you love it cheesy.
Perfect with a crisp green salad and a glass of wine!

Notes

✔️ Swap chicken for shrimp for a quick seafood twist!
✔️ Add spinach to the sauce for a pop of green and extra flavor.
✔️ Make it extra luxurious: Stir in a tablespoon of butter or a splash of white wine when adding the broth.
✔️ Want it ultra cheesy? Stir in some mozzarella with the Parmesan for a melty bonus!

  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 15 min