Description
Creamy and flavorful, this Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a delightful dish that combines tender chicken with a rich, sun-dried tomato cream sauce. Perfect for a cozy night in or a special dinner, this recipe is sure to impress!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
For the Sauce:
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil), chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Additional:
- 12 ounces pasta (such as penne or fettuccine)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- Extra grated Parmesan for serving
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Prepare the pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- Sear the Chicken: Season and cook the chicken breasts until golden and cooked through. Slice and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic, deglaze the pan with chicken broth, then add cream, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until slightly thickened.
- Combine and Serve: Toss cooked pasta in the sauce, add sliced chicken, and garnish with basil and Parmesan before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil and add a splash of the oil to the sauce.
- You can substitute half-and-half for a lighter version.
- Serve with garlic bread and a green salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg
