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marry me chicken pasta in a skillet with creamy sauce

Marry Me Chicken Pasta: The Creamy Dinner That Wins Hearts


  • Author: Amira
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

This creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta is packed with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan. It’s a one-pan, crowd-pleasing meal perfect for any night.


Ingredients

Scale

2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp garlic (minced)

1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes

1 cup chicken broth

1 cup heavy cream

3/4 cup grated Parmesan

8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)

Salt and black pepper to taste

Fresh basil (optional)


Instructions

1. Season and sear the chicken until golden brown; remove from skillet.

2. In the same pan, sauté garlic and red pepper flakes.

3. Add sun-dried tomatoes and deglaze with chicken broth.

4. Pour in cream, simmer gently.

5. Stir in Parmesan until smooth.

6. Return sliced chicken to the sauce.

7. Add cooked pasta and toss to coat.

8. Serve with basil and more Parmesan.

Notes

Substitute cream with half-and-half if desired.

Use gluten-free pasta if needed.

Reheat with a splash of broth or milk for best texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 580
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 560mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 48g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 36g
  • Cholesterol: 115mg

Keywords: marry me chicken pasta, creamy chicken pasta, weeknight chicken pasta