Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, savory dish featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan cheese in a velvety sauce served over pasta. It’s quick, simple, and absolutely delicious—perfect for family dinners or romantic date nights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dried pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ tsp salt and pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- Fresh basil leaves (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil pasta until al dente, reserving ½ cup of pasta water. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, sauté onions for 2–3 minutes. Add garlic and butter, cooking for 30 seconds.
- Add chicken, season with spices, and cook until golden and cooked through (3–5 minutes).
- Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, pasta water, and sun-dried tomatoes. Let simmer for 3–4 minutes.
- Toss in pasta, garnish with basil, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, toast the sun-dried tomatoes before adding them to the sauce.
- To lighten the recipe, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sauté and simmer
- Cuisine: Italian-inspired