Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a dish that promises to impress at any dining occasion. This flavorful recipe combines tender chicken and al dente penne pasta in a rich sun-dried tomato parmesan sauce that brings a perfect balance of creaminess and spice. Ideal for date nights or family gatherings, this dish is not only delicious but quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish. Enjoy this culinary masterpiece garnished with fresh basil for an elegant touch, making every bite unforgettable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high, add chicken, and cook until no longer pink (6-8 minutes). Remove chicken from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds. Stir in flour, then gradually whisk in chicken broth, heavy cream, and parmesan until smooth.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and seasonings; let simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet along with pasta; toss to combine. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 610
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 135mg