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Best Tasty Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe

Creamy and irresistible Marry Me Chicken Pasta made with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce that’s perfect for date nights or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 10 oz penne pasta
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and sliced
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • Fresh basil leaves

Method
 

  1. Cook penne pasta in salted water according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then sear in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, then slowly add chicken broth while whisking.
  5. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, paprika, and sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer until thickened.
  6. Add cooked chicken and pasta to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.
  7. Simmer for 2 minutes, adjust seasoning if needed.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.

Notes

Use room-temperature cream for a smooth sauce and avoid overcooking the pasta so it stays perfectly coated.