Easy Marry Me Chicken Pasta – Creamy, Flavorful Dinner Recipe
A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich Parmesan sauce—perfect for date nights or weeknight comfort food.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 tablespoon butter
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Salt & black pepper, to taste
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
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8 oz penne or rigatoni pasta
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Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
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Slice chicken breasts in half horizontally and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
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Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
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Add garlic to the same skillet, cook for 1 minute. Add sun-dried tomatoes, cook another minute.
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Pour in chicken broth, scrape brown bits, and simmer for 2 minutes.
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Add heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in Parmesan and red pepper flakes.
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Slice cooked chicken and return to skillet. Simmer in sauce for 5 minutes.
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Add cooked pasta and toss to coat. Use reserved pasta water to adjust consistency if needed.
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Garnish with chopped basil or parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
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Swap cream with coconut cream for a dairy-free version.
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Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.
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Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
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Reheat gently with a splash of cream or broth.