You will fall in love with this Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe. It is creamy, flavorful, and can be whipped up in 30 minutes.
This Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe will make anyone want to say yes – to eating it at least! It is creamy, packed with chicken, and bound to be your new favorite pasta dish! Whether you are an expert cook or a beginner this recipe is for you because it is easy to put together and makes you look like an advanced chef in the kitchen!
To make a whole meal out of it serve this Marry Me Pasta alongside my Best Ever Cheesy Garlic Bread and Honey Sriracha Brussels Sprouts.
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Recipe Ingredients
Heavy Cream – A creamy element added into the sauce to balance out the flavors.
Sun-Dried Tomatoes – These bring in a tangy, savory flavor with a hint of sweetness.
For a full list of ingredients and amounts see the recipe card below.
How to Make Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Step 1: Cook the pasta according to the package directions until it reaches al dente. Then drain the pasta and set it aside.
Step 2: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
Step 3: In a large skillet or Dutch oven heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
Step 4: Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
Step 5: Then, using the same skillet lower to medium heat and add in the butter, once it has melted add in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
Step 6: Next, add the flour to make a paste.
Step 7: From there, whisk in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese.
Step 8: Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
Step 9: Simmer the sauce for a few minutes to thicken.
Step 10: Next add the cooked pasta and coat it in the sauce.
Step 11: Finally top with the chicken breast, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil leaves then serve and enjoy!
FAQs
No. You can use Chicken Thighs if you prefer, or for other protein substitutions you can also use shrimp, beef, or even tofu.
If you are wanting to enhance the taste and flavor of this pasta I would recommend adding in another clove of garlic or some oregano to add a more Italian flare. Or, to spice it up, I would recommend adding in some red pepper flakes.
Storage Information
You can store any leftovers of this Marry Me Chicken Pasta in an airtight container in your refrigerator for 3-4 days. You can also freeze this recipe for up to 2 months.
To reheat you can do so on the stove top or in your microwave until everything has warmed through.
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Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
Ingredients
For the Chicken and Pasta
- 1 1/2 lbs chicken breasts
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 10 oz penne pasta
For the Sauce
- 3 Tbsp butter
- 2 tsp garlic - minced
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun dried tomatoes - drained
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Fresh basil - optional garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to the package directions. Then drain the pasta and set it aside.
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet or Dutch oven heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-8 minutes on each side until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit and you get good coloring on the outside of the chicken. Then transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
- Using the same skillet add in the butter, once it has melted add in the garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
- Next, add the flour to make a paste.
- From there, whisk in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese.
- Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Simmer the sauce for a few minutes to thicken.
- Next add the cooked pasta and coat it in the sauce.
- Finally top with the chicken breast, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil leaves then serve and enjoy!
Creamy and delicious! Will definitely make this again!
I love a meal that comes together quickly for weeknight dinners and one that everyone loves, including the kids. This one is going into the rotation, so good!