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Plate of penne pasta topped with creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, fresh basil, and a seared chicken breast.

Marry Me Chicken Pasta


  • Author: Chef Clara
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Description

Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, tender chicken, and parmesan—romantic and ready in 30 minutes to steal the show!


Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • Salt and pepper, to taste

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 12 ounces penne pasta

  • 2 tablespoons butter

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup grated parmesan cheese

  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

  • Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish


Instructions

  • Cook penne pasta per package instructions. Drain and set aside.

  • Season chicken with salt and pepper.

  • Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken 6–8 minutes until done. Remove and set aside.

  • Melt butter in the same skillet. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then stir in flour to make a roux.

  • Whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir until thickened.

  • Add parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Mix well.

  • Return chicken to skillet, simmer briefly.

  • Add cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly.

 

  • Garnish with chopped basil and serve hot.

Notes

  • Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
  • Swap penne with rigatoni or fettuccine for a twist.
  • Leftovers reheat well with a splash of cream or broth.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Pasta
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American