Marry Me Chicken Pasta • Creamy, Easy Dinner for Two
Tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan tossed in a creamy herb sauce with pasta. A romantic, one-pan meal with bold flavor and a touch of spice
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz pasta (penne or rigatoni)
- 1½ lbs chicken breasts, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp salt + ½ tsp pepper
- ½ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp olive oil + butter
- ½ small onion, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan, grated
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear in butter/oil until golden. Set aside.
- Sauté onion, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes until fragrant.
- Add broth, cream, Parmesan, and seasonings. Simmer until slightly thick.
- Add pasta and chicken. Toss to coat. Add pasta water if needed.
- Garnish with basil or parsley. Serve hot with extra cheese.
Notes
- Use freshly grated Parmesan for best texture.
- Add sautéed spinach or mushrooms for a twist.
- Store leftovers in fridge up to 4 days.