Description
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken with a rich parmesan sauce and tangy sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for any occasion—from cozy family dinners to romantic evenings—this recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. The creamy texture and vibrant flavors are sure to impress your loved ones, making it an irresistible choice for dinner tonight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 10 oz penne pasta
- 3 tbsp butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- Olive oil
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook in a skillet with olive oil over medium-high heat for about 6-8 minutes until fully cooked. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, add minced garlic, and sauté for about 30 seconds.
- Stir in flour to form a roux, then gradually whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese until smooth.
- Mix in sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper; simmer until thickened.
- Return cooked chicken and drained pasta to the skillet; stir well to combine.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 375g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 145mg