Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Ingredients
- 3boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ¾ tbspsmoked sweet paprika
- 1 tbspitalian seasoning
- ¾ tspsalt
- ¼ tspblack pepper
- 1 tbspsun dried tomato oil
from the jar of sun dried tomatoes
- 12 ozfarfalle pasta
- 2 tbspbutter
- 2 tbspdried shallots
- 2 tbspminced garlic
- 1 tbspminced onion
- 3 tbspbob's red mill 1:1 gluten free flour
- 2 cchicken broth
- 1 cheavy cream
- 1 cshredded parmesan
- ¼ cdiced sun dried tomatoes
- 2 tbsptomato paste
- 1 cdiced spinach
- 1 tbspitalian seasoning
- ½ tspsmoked sweet paprika
- ½ tspsalt
- chopped fresh basil
for garnish
Directions
Chicken
- 1
Wash the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels.
- 2
In a medium bowl, coat the chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- 3
Heat the sun dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Then, sear the chicken for 3 minutes on both sides.
- 4
Reduce the heat to medium-low and place a lid on the pan. Then, cook the chicken thighs for 6 to 10 more minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees.
- 5
Set the chicken aside to cool while you make the rest of the dish.
Pasta
- 1
While the chicken is cooking, boil the pasta according to the package directions for al dente. Then, drain it and set is aside.
- 2
Then, melt the butter in the pan and sauté the dried shallots, minced onion, minced garlic, sun dried tomatoes, and tomato paste with the pasta seasonings: Italian seasoning, salt, and paprika on medium-low heat for 2 minutes until fragrant. Then, add the flour and stir to combine.
- 3
Add the chicken broth, heavy cream, and spinach to the skillet.
- 4
Cook until the sauce begins to thicken and the spinach is wilted. Then, add the parmesan cheese and stir until creamy.
- 5
Dice the cooled chicken into bite size pieces while the sauce cooks.
- 6
Add the diced chicken and the pasta to the skillet and stir gently. Garnish with fresh basil and enjoy!
Marry Me Chicken Pasta
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About this Recipe
Craving a dinner that's so irresistibly delicious it practically proposes? This Marry Me Chicken Pasta brings restaurant-quality flavor right to your kitchen, all in about 25 minutes. It’s the ultimate creamy pasta dish that will have everyone asking for more, making any weeknight feel like a special occasion.
Why This Recipe Works
Named for how well its rich flavors "marry," the secret to this dish lies in the harmonious blend of tender boneless chicken thighs and a velvety sun-dried tomato cream sauce. The inclusion of spinach adds a fresh counterpoint, while using gluten-free pasta makes this classic Italian-inspired meal accessible to everyone, ensuring a satisfying experience.
What to Expect
Imagine juicy, perfectly seasoned boneless chicken thighs, bathed in a luscious, savory cream sauce infused with bright sun-dried tomatoes, aromatic Italian seasoning, and a hint of smoked sweet paprika. Each forkful offers a delightful texture, with al dente gluten-free farfalle pasta mingling with tender chicken and wilted spinach. This creamy pasta delivers a truly comforting and decadent experience that's rich in flavor, yet wonderfully balanced and surprisingly easy to make.
Customization & Variations
While this Marry Me Chicken Pasta shines with boneless chicken thighs and farfalle, feel free to adapt it to your pantry. You could swap the chicken thighs for boneless chicken breast if you prefer a leaner option, adjusting the cooking time slightly. For the pasta, other short, sturdy gluten-free shapes like penne or rigatoni would also work beautifully to capture the rich sauce. If you don't have sun-dried tomato oil, a good quality olive oil can be used in its place.
Serving & Context
This creamy chicken pasta is perfect for a comforting family dinner or an impressive, yet easy, romantic meal at home. Garnish generously with freshly chopped basil for a vibrant finish and an aromatic touch that elevates the entire dish.