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Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe

Looking for Easy Tasty Pasta Dishes that everyone will love? This Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe combines juicy chicken, tender penne, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich parmesan cream sauce for the ultimate Creamy Chicken Pasta.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Marry Me Pasta Recipe, Creamy Chicken Pasta, Garlic Chicken Pasta, Pasta Dinner Recipes, Easy Tasty Pasta Dishes, Recipe For Family Dinner
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 630kcal

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lbs boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 10 oz penne pasta
  • ¼ tsp pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

Sauce

  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 tsp garlic, minced
  • 3 tbsp flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese, grated
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Pasta

  • Cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside. (Hold back a little pasta water just in case you want a thinner sauce!)

Step 2: Sear the Chicken

  • Season chicken pieces with salt & pepper.
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
    Cook the chicken for 6-8 minutes, flipping once, until golden and cooked through.
    Transfer to a plate. (No need to wash the pan—this is where the magic happens!)

Step 3: Make the Sauce

  • In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
    Add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
    Sprinkle in flour, whisking to make a paste.
    Slowly whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
    Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
    Simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens up. (It should coat the back of a spoon!)

Step 4: Bring it All Together

  • Return the chicken to the skillet and toss to coat in that creamy goodness.
    Add the cooked pasta and stir well. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of pasta water until it reaches your desired consistency.
    Taste and season with salt & pepper as needed.

Step 5: Garnish & Serve!

  • Sprinkle with fresh basil and extra parmesan (because you can never have too much!).
    Serve hot and watch everyone fall in love with this dish!
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Bonus Tips:

  • Want more protein? Add crispy bacon or pancetta!
  • Make it spicy! A pinch of red pepper flakes adds a nice kick.
  • Need a gluten-free version? Swap the flour for cornstarch and use GF pasta.
 
Leftovers? No Problem!
  • Store in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat on the stove with a splash of milk to bring back that creamy texture!
 

Nutrition

Calories: 630kcal | Carbohydrates: 53g | Protein: 43g | Fat: 29g | Saturated Fat: 14g
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