Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken
cut into 1-inch pieces
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoon garlic
minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
drained
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- fresh basil for garnish
Directions
- 1
Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain the pasta and set aside while you prepare the chicken and sauce.
- 2
Cut the chicken into 1-inch bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
- 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes until the chicken is no longer pink and cooked through.
- 4
Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate, and set it aside while you make the sauce.
- 5
Return to the same skillet, then add the butter. Once it is melted, sauté the garlic for 30 seconds until it's fragrant. Add in the flour and stir to make a paste.
- 6
Whisk in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese.
- 7
Stir in the drained sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Season with more salt and pepper if needed.
- 8
Simmer the sauce for a few minutes for it to thicken.
- 9
Return the chicken to the skillet along with the cooked pasta. Stir to coat the chicken and pasta in the sauce.
- 10
Garnish with chopped basil leaves and additional parmesan cheese.
Marry Me Chicken Pasta
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About this Recipe
Craving a meal that feels special enough for a celebration, yet simple enough for a weeknight? This Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe takes the viral sensation to a new level, promising to win over anyone who tries it with its incredibly rich flavor. It’s a dish that truly delivers on its heartwarming name.
What truly sets this dish apart is how the tender penne pasta perfectly cradles the creamy, cheesy, sun-dried tomato sauce. Each bite delivers an explosion of savory flavor, elevated by the satisfying texture of the chicken and the robust essence of sun-dried tomatoes. It's a comforting, indulgent twist on a beloved classic that feels both gourmet and approachable.
You can expect a wonderfully hearty and flavorful pasta dish that’s both approachable to make and deeply satisfying to eat. The sauce, made with a blend of chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese, creates a luscious coating for the pasta and chicken, while paprika and Italian seasoning add warmth and aromatic depth. The sun-dried tomatoes contribute a delightful sweet-tart tang that cuts through the richness beautifully, making every forkful a balanced delight.
For an even richer chicken flavor, you could consider searing the chicken until deeply golden before incorporating it into the sauce. While penne is excellent here for its ability to hold the sauce, other sturdy, short pasta shapes would also work well if penne isn't on hand. Feel free to adjust the amount of sun-dried tomatoes or Italian seasoning to your preference to fine-tune the flavor profile.
This Marry Me Chicken Pasta is perfect for a cozy dinner at home or as a dish to impress guests. Serve it with a simple green salad and crusty bread to complete the meal, allowing the creamy pasta to be the star of the show.