Description
Indulge in the delightful Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe, a perfect blend of tender chicken, rich parmesan sauce, and sun-dried tomatoes over al dente penne pasta. This dish is not only quick to prepare—taking just 30 minutes—but also versatile enough for any occasion, from busy weeknight dinners to romantic date nights. The creaminess of the sauce combined with the tangy flavor of sun-dried tomatoes creates an unforgettable dining experience that will impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- Olive oil, salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken until no longer pink (6-8 minutes).
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat and sauté minced garlic.
- Stir in flour to create a roux; gradually whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan until smooth.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning; simmer until thickened.
- Combine cooked chicken and pasta with sauce; stir thoroughly.
- Garnish with fresh basil and extra parmesan before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 120mg