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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

This viral Marry Me Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken breast, flavorful sun-dried tomatoes, and a luxurious creamy Parmesan sauce in a one-pan wonder that delivers restaurant-quality results. Perfect for romantic dinners or elevating weeknight meals, it features a perfect balance of savory flavors with creamy sauce, tangy tomatoes, and comforting pasta.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine work well)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente, reserving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, season chicken with salt, pepper and Italian seasoning, then cook until golden brown and cooked through (6-8 minutes), remove from skillet and set aside
  3. In the same skillet, add chopped onion and cook until softened (3-4 minutes), then add minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant
  4. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes if using
  5. Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits from pan bottom
  6. Reduce heat to medium, stir in heavy cream and simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until sauce begins to thicken
  7. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth
  8. Add cooked pasta and chicken back to skillet, tossing everything together, adding reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick
  9. Garnish with fresh basil before serving

Notes

Use high-quality Parmesan grated fresh for better melting and flavor; reserve pasta water for perfect sauce consistency; add butter at end for extra richness; fresh herbs like basil or parsley make beautiful garnish