Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a delightful and creamy dish that combines tender chicken with pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich sauce. This romantic dish is perfect for a special dinner or date night.
Equipment
- 1 large pot
- 1 skillet or frying pan
- 1 colander
- 1 measuring cups
- 1 measuring spoons
- 1 chopping board
Ingredients
- 16 oz penne pasta
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- to taste salt and pepper
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- for garnish fresh basil leaves
Instructions
- Begin by cooking the penne pasta: In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add the penne pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- While the pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides, then add them to the skillet. Cook for about 6-7 minutes on each side, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and let it rest before slicing.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Pour in the chicken broth and scrape any bits off the bottom of the skillet. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and dried Italian herbs. Allow the mixture to heat through for about 5 minutes.
- Add the grated Parmesan cheese to the sauce and stir until melted and smooth. Season with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
- Slice the cooked chicken into strips and return it to the skillet with the sauce. Add the cooked penne pasta and toss everything together until well combined.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves.
Notes
This dish can be customized with your choice of vegetables; spinach or mushrooms would work well. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop, adding a splash of broth if needed to prevent drying out.