Description
Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a captivating dish that combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious creamy parmesan sauce with perfectly cooked penne pasta. Not only is this recipe quick and easy, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, but it also delivers rich flavors that are sure to impress at any gathering—from cozy family dinners to romantic date nights. The combination of cheesy goodness and delightful textures makes this meal a crowd-pleaser, reputed to inspire love and marriage proposals!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook the chicken in olive oil for 6-8 minutes until no longer pink. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, sauté garlic for about 30 seconds, then stir in flour for 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 the cooked pasta and chicken with the sauce in the skillet; mix well. Garnish with fresh basil and extra parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg