marry me chicken pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta combines golden brown chicken pieces, penne pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and fresh basil in a rich creamy Parmesan sauce. It is quick and easy enough for a weeknight meal yet elegant enough for dinner guests.
prep time
25 Min
cook time
10 Min
method
Stove Top
yield
4 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 12 ounces penne pasta
- 1 1/4 pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite size pieces)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, well drained
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 2/3 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream (warmed to room temperature)
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese (plus more for garnish)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons torn or chopped fresh basil
How To Make marry me chicken pasta
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Step 1Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the pasta and cook al dente. Drain well in a colander.
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Step 2Meanwhile, generously salt and pepper the chicken. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Brown the chicken until cooked through. Remove the chicken to a plate, leaving any fat in the skillet.
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Step 3Reduce the heat to low and add the sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
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Step 4Add the chicken broth and simmer for 3-4 minutes. Slowly stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes.
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Step 5Add the chicken, pasta, and basil to the skillet and toss to combine.
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Step 6Garnish with more basil and grated Parmesan cheese.
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