Marry Me Chicken Pasta
This rich and creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken breast, al dente penne, and a velvety sun-dried tomato parmesan sauce. It’s an irresistible, comforting meal that’s full of bold flavor, perfect for date night or impressing guests. Creamy, cheesy, and kissed with herbs and garlic—this dish will have everyone coming back for seconds!
Servings: 6
Calories: 646kcal
Ingredients
For the Chicken Pasta:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Pasta:
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cook the Chicken:
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6–8 minutes, or until fully cooked and no longer pink inside.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Stir in the flour and cook for 1 minute to form a roux.
- Slowly whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream until smooth.
- Add in the parmesan cheese, stirring until melted and incorporated.
- Mix in the sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
Combine and Serve:
- Return the cooked chicken and drained pasta to the skillet. Toss until everything is well coated in the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil and additional parmesan before serving.