Description
This Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, dreamy dish loaded with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, and a luscious garlic cream sauce. It’s the perfect meal to impress your loved one with its rich flavors and easy preparation!
Ingredients
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- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (sliced in half lengthwise)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 8 ounces pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/4 cup fresh basil (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
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Cook the Pasta:
- Boil pasta in salted water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Prepare the Chicken:
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Sear chicken for 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
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Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic for 30 seconds.
- Add red pepper flakes (if using) and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for another minute.
- Pour in chicken broth and let it simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in heavy cream and parmesan cheese, cooking until the sauce thickens.
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Combine Everything:
- Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the pan.
- Add cooked pasta and toss everything together.
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Garnish & Serve:
- Sprinkle fresh basil on top and serve warm!
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a splash of white wine before the chicken broth.
- Substitutions: Use half-and-half instead of heavy cream for a lighter version.
- Storage: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion (¼ of the recipe)
- Calories: ~650 kcal
- Sugar: ~5g
- Sodium: ~700mg
- Fat: ~35g
- Saturated Fat: ~17g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~15g
- Trans Fat: ~0g
- Carbohydrates: ~50g
- Fiber: ~3g
- Protein: ~40g
- Cholesterol: ~120mg
