Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
This Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe is creamy, rich, and full of comforting flavor.
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts sliced thin
- 8 ounces pasta penne or fettuccine works well
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
These ingredients create a creamy and comforting pasta dish everyone enjoys.
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta until just tender. Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Chicken
- Season chicken with salt and black pepper. Slice into thin pieces for quick and even cooking.
Cook the Chicken
- Heat olive oil in a skillet. Cook chicken until golden and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Sauté the Garlic
- In the same pan, add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook briefly until fragrant and soft.
Make the Sauce
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir gently and let the sauce simmer slowly.
Add Seasonings
- Add Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes and Parmesan cheese. Stir until smooth and creamy.
Combine Chicken and Pasta
- Return chicken to the pan. Add cooked pasta and toss gently to coat everything evenly.
Simmer Together
- Let everything simmer for a few minutes. This helps flavors blend and sauce thicken.
Garnish and Serve
- Remove from heat. Garnish with fresh herbs and extra cheese before serving.
Notes
- Use thin chicken slices for faster cooking.
- Do not overcook garlic to avoid bitterness.
- Add spinach for extra color and nutrition.
- Use half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Replace chicken with shrimp if desired.
- Adjust red pepper flakes for spice level.