Marry Me Chicken Pasta

By: Rabia

Creamy, cheesy, and packed with sun-dried tomato flavor — this pasta dish is so delicious, it just might win someone’s heart!

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Servings & Timing

  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes

  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

  • Total Time: 35 minutes

Dietary Badges:

  • Comfort Food

  • Family Dinner

  • Date-Night Worthy

✅ Ingredients

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • 8 oz pasta of choice (penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine work great)

  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

📖 Instructions

  1. Cook Pasta
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  2. Prepare Chicken

    • Season chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper.

    • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

    • Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Remove chicken and set aside.

  3. Make the Sauce

    • In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.

    • Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up browned bits from the pan.

    • Add Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Stir until sauce thickens slightly, about 3–5 minutes.

  4. Combine & Finish

    • Slice the cooked chicken into strips.

    • Add pasta to the skillet, tossing to coat in the creamy sauce.

    • Return chicken to the pan and let everything heat through.

  5. Serve
    Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve warm.

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🔑 Notes & Tips

  • For extra creaminess, stir in 2 tbsp cream cheese.

  • Use jarred sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for the best flavor.

  • Try swapping chicken for shrimp for a seafood twist.

🌟 Variations

  • Low-Carb: Swap pasta for zucchini noodles or spaghetti squash.

  • Spicy Kick: Add more red pepper flakes or a dash of cayenne.

  • Cheesy Upgrade: Melt mozzarella on top just before serving.

❄️ Storage

  • Fridge: Store in airtight container for up to 3 days.

  • Freezer: Best enjoyed fresh, but sauce alone can be frozen up to 1 month.

💌 Final Notes

This Marry Me Chicken Pasta is creamy, comforting, and totally irresistible. The flavors of sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan in a silky sauce are why this recipe is said to be so good, it might just get you a proposal! 💍

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