Description
Indulge in the creamy, rich goodness of Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a dish designed to impress at any dining occasion. Featuring tender chicken pieces enveloped in a luscious sun-dried tomato parmesan sauce and served over perfectly cooked penne pasta, this recipe is not only delicious but also easy to prepare. In just 30 minutes, you can create a flavorful meal that’s perfect for date nights or cozy family dinners. Its irresistible combination of savory flavors and creamy texture will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained
- Olive oil, salt, and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink; transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Sauté garlic for about 30 seconds, then stir in flour. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan until smooth.
- Mix in sun-dried tomatoes and seasonings. Simmer until thickened.
- Return the chicken and pasta to the skillet and stir to combine. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 44g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 135mg