Marry Me Chicken Pasta

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Marry Me Chicken Pasta 🍝

Creamy, Comforting & Completely Irresistible

This Marry Me Chicken Pasta is the kind of dish that wins hearts at the first bite. Juicy, tender chicken and perfectly cooked penne pasta are coated in a luxurious cream sauce flavored with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and plenty of Parmesan cheese. It’s rich without being heavy and elegant enough for date night—yet easy enough for a weeknight dinner.

Whether you’re cooking for a romantic evening or just craving something indulgent and comforting, this pasta is guaranteed to impress.

📝 Ingredients

(Serves 4–6)

  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces

  • 10 ounces penne pasta

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • ½ teaspoon paprika

  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed preferred)

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

  • Salt and black pepper, to taste

  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

👩‍🍳 Directions

  1. Cook the Pasta
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook penne pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.

  2. Season & Sear the Chicken
    Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.

  3. Build the Sauce
    In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes.

  4. Make It Creamy
    Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Simmer gently for 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.

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