Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta delivers creamy, herb-infused comfort with tender chicken in a luxurious sauce. Italian-inspired ingredients combine effortlessly for a romantic dinner that will charm anyone you serve.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Pasta and Liquid Base:
- 8 ounces (226 grams) penne pasta
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) heavy cream
Seasonings and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup (50 grams) Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Warm olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium temperature, seasoning chicken with aromatic herbs and spices until achieving a golden-brown exterior, approximately 3-4 minutes per side.
- Using the identical skillet, quickly sauté minced garlic and tangy sun-dried tomatoes, releasing their intense fragrance within 60 seconds.
- Gently cascade chicken broth and rich cream into the pan, introducing pasta and thoroughly blending ingredients while encouraging a gentle simmer.
- Allow pasta to luxuriate in the creamy liquid, stirring intermittently for 12-15 minutes until noodles reach perfect tenderness and sauce transforms into a velvety consistency.
- Reintroduce seared chicken into the bubbling mixture, folding delicate Parmesan cheese throughout, permitting flavors to harmonize for a brief 2-minute interval.
- Elevate the dish’s visual appeal by scattering freshly torn basil leaves and additional Parmesan cheese across the surface just before presenting to eager diners.
Notes
- Choose boneless, skinless chicken breasts for even cooking and faster preparation.
- Pat chicken dry before seasoning to ensure a crispy, golden-brown exterior that locks in flavor.
- Customize spice levels by adjusting Italian seasoning or adding red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or whole milk for a lighter version of the dish.
- Use gluten-free pasta to make the recipe celiac-friendly without compromising taste.
- Fresh basil makes a significant difference, so avoid dried herbs if possible.
- If sauce becomes too thick, splash extra chicken broth to reach desired consistency.
- Allow pasta to absorb liquid slowly for maximum flavor and perfect texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 810 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 620 mg
- Fat: 45 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 28 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 55 g
- Cholesterol: 130 mg