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Marry Me Chicken Pasta with creamy Parmesan sauce, browned chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil

Marry Me Chicken Pasta with Parmesan and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Marry Me Chicken Pasta with Parmesan and Sun-Dried Tomatoes is a quick, creamy pasta dish with tender chicken, rich Parmesan sauce, and a flavorful sun-dried tomato finish. It is an easy, comforting choice for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Chicken
  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced thinly
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
Pasta
  • 8 oz pasta, such as penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine
Sauce
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Garnish
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to the package directions, then drain and set aside.
  2. Season the thinly sliced chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Warm 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes, turning as needed, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the chicken to a plate and set aside.
  2. Place the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes in the same skillet. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring, until the garlic becomes fragrant.
  3. Add 1/2 cup chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream. Stir well to combine, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese, 1 tsp Italian seasoning, and the optional 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes. Simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring regularly, until the sauce has thickened.
  5. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss everything with the sauce until the pasta and chicken are evenly coated and heated through.
Serving
  1. Finish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove or in the microwave.