Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta
This rich and creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta features tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for a comforting weeknight dinner or special occasion meal.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot
Ingredients
Chicken and Pasta
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast cut into bite-sized pieces
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic minced
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 cups chicken broth low-sodium
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese freshly grated
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–8 minutes until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp 165°F). Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle flour over the butter and garlic. Stir constantly for 1 minute to cook out the raw flour taste.
- Slowly whisk in chicken broth, adding it gradually to prevent lumps. Once smooth, whisk in heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer.
- Reduce heat to low. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted. Add sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until sauce thickens.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Add cooked pasta and toss everything together until well coated. Let it sit over low heat for 1 minute.
- Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan, not pre-shredded, for the smoothest sauce.
Save some pasta water before draining – add it if your sauce gets too thick.
Don't let the sauce boil after adding cream, or it may separate.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Reheat gently with a splash of cream or broth to restore creaminess.
Save some pasta water before draining – add it if your sauce gets too thick.
Don't let the sauce boil after adding cream, or it may separate.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Reheat gently with a splash of cream or broth to restore creaminess.