Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a quick and creamy dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This Italian-American inspired recipe features tender chicken sautéed with garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, enveloped in a rich Parmesan sauce that clings beautifully to your favorite pasta. In just 30 minutes, you can create a satisfying meal that is sure to impress your family or loved ones.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz dried pasta
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 lb chicken breasts, cut into bite-size pieces
- ½ tsp each: Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sauté onions and garlic until fragrant.
- Add butter and chicken pieces, seasoning with spices; cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese; simmer until thickened.
- Mix in sun-dried tomatoes and cooked pasta until evenly coated.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 53g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 95mg