Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, savory dish featuring tender seared chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and penne in a rich Parmesan sauce. It’s easy, comforting, and perfect for busy weeknights or special dinners alike.
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts (halved horizontally)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
Others
- 8 oz penne pasta cooked al dente
- 1 tbsp fresh basil chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry; season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook in olive oil over medium heat, 4–5 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- In the same pan, cook garlic for 30 seconds, then add sun-dried tomatoes and cook 1 minute.
- Add cream and chicken broth. Simmer 3–4 minutes, scraping up any bits.
- Stir in Parmesan and red pepper flakes. Simmer 2–3 minutes until smooth and thick.
- Slice chicken. Toss with penne and sauce until coated and heated through.
- Top with basil if desired. Serve warm with salad or garlic bread.