Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, savory pasta dish featuring tender pan-seared chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan in a luscious cream sauce—perfect for date night or comfort food cravings.
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Fresh basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
- 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or preferred shape)
Instructions
- Season chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic for 30 seconds. Add sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in chicken broth, scrape up browned bits, and simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and oregano. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet and simmer in sauce for a few minutes.
- Meanwhile, cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain.
- Slice chicken and toss pasta into the sauce to coat. Top with chicken and garnish with basil.
Notes
- Add spinach or mushrooms for extra texture and nutrition.
- Use half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Try grilled chicken or smoked paprika for added depth.
- Tortellini or gnocchi make fun pasta substitutions.
- Reheat with cream or broth to maintain sauce texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
