Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
Creamy, savory, and full of bold Italian flavors, this Marry Me Chicken Pasta brings sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan, and tender chicken together in a rich sauce that's perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Calories: 646kcal
Servings: 6
Equipment
- Large skillet or sauté pan
- Large pot for boiling pasta
- Tongs or Spatula
- Knife and Cutting Board
Ingredients
Chicken Pasta:
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken cut into 1-inch pieces
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese grated
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta in salted water according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. Sauté in olive oil until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan.
- In the same pan, melt butter. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1–2 minutes to form a roux.
- Slowly pour in chicken broth, whisking constantly. Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until thickened.
- Add cooked chicken and pasta back into the sauce. Toss to coat evenly.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 646kcal | Carbohydrates: 51g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 9g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 145mg | Sodium: 962mg | Potassium: 1248mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1260IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 278mg | Iron: 3mg