Easy Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe(Ready in 30 Minutes)
A creamy, romantic Marry Me Chicken Pasta dish featuring tender chicken breasts in a sun-dried tomato cream sauce with Parmesan cheese and fresh basil.
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Servings: 6
Calories: 785kcal
Cost: $5
Equipment
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Large pot for pasta
- Sharp knife for cutting chicken
- Cheese grater
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
the Chicken:
- 4 medium chicken breasts boneless and skinless
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
the Pasta:
- 1 pound fettuccine or penne pasta
- Reserved pasta water as needed
Instructions
Prepare the Chicken
- Season the chicken breasts generously with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F).
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente.
- Reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Drain pasta and set aside.
Make the Sauce
- In the same skillet used for chicken, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine.
- Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
Combine and Serve
- Slice the chicken breasts into strips.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Add reserved pasta water as needed to reach desired consistency.
- Return chicken to the skillet and heat through.
- Garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best results
- Don't rinse the pasta after cooking
- Add pasta water gradually to achieve desired sauce consistency
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream
Nutrition
Calories: 785kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 42g | Fat: 45g | Saturated Fat: 24g | Cholesterol: 195mg | Sodium: 680mg | Fiber: 3g