Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a delightful and creamy dish that blends tender chicken with sun-dried tomatoes and a rich, cheesy sauce, all enveloped in perfectly cooked penne pasta. Ideal for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy family dinner, this recipe delivers a comforting explosion of flavors in every bite. With its easy preparation and minimal cleanup, it’s perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions alike. Garnished with fresh basil and served warm, this flavorful dish is sure to win over anyone who tries it!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 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 penne pasta according to package instructions, drain, and set aside.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken until fully cooked, about 6–8 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in flour to create a paste.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth followed by heavy cream and parmesan cheese until combined.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning; simmer until thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet along with the pasta; stir until well coated.
- Serve warm garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 37g
- Cholesterol: 125mg