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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Marry Me Chicken Pasta
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Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender chicken breasts, a luscious sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan cheese, and heavy cream, served over perfectly cooked pasta. This rich, savory recipe is easy to prepare yet looks gourmet, making it an ideal crowd-pleaser for date nights, family dinners, or any special occasion.

Ingredients

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Chicken

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Sauce

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained)
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Pasta & Garnish

  • 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
  • Fresh basil or parsley, chopped for garnish
  • Salt (for pasta water)
  • Optional: crushed red pepper flakes or hot sauce for spice

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a hot skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on both sides and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side depending on thickness. Remove from skillet and let rest. Once rested, slice into bite-sized pieces.
  2. Make the Creamy Sauce: Using the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds to 1 minute. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes, chicken broth, and heavy cream. Simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Stir in freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  3. Cook the Pasta: Meanwhile, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain, reserving about 1/4 cup of pasta water.
  4. Combine and Finish: Add the sliced chicken back into the sauce and toss to combine. Add the cooked pasta and gently mix everything to coat evenly. If the sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a little at a time to reach desired consistency. Heat through for 1-2 minutes.
  5. Serve and Garnish: Serve the pasta sprinkled with freshly chopped basil or parsley. Optionally, add extra Parmesan cheese and cracked black pepper on top for added flavor and presentation.

Notes

  • Use high-quality freshly grated Parmesan cheese for best flavor and meltability.
  • Do not overcrowd the pan when searing chicken to achieve a perfect golden crust.
  • Reserve some pasta water to loosen the sauce if needed; it helps the sauce cling to the pasta better.
  • Simmer the sauce gently to avoid curdling the heavy cream.
  • Allow the chicken to rest before slicing to keep it juicy and tender.

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