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Tasty Marry Me Chicken Pasta (Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken)

Tasty Marry Me Chicken Pasta (Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken)
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This Marry Me Chicken Pasta is rich, creamy, and full of bold flavor. Tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan, and garlic come together in a silky cream sauce that coats every piece of pasta. It’s comforting, restaurant-quality, and perfect for date nights or family dinners — one bite and everyone will fall in love!

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1.5 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, pounded evenly

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

For the Pasta

  • 10 oz penne pasta

For the Sauce

  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained (oil-packed for best flavor)

  • 3 tablespoons butter

  • 2 cups chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream, room temperature

  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese

  • 3 tablespoons flour

  • 2 teaspoons minced garlic

  • 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning

  • 1 teaspoon paprika

Garnish

  • Fresh basil, torn

  • Extra Parmesan (optional)

Instructions

1. Cook the pasta

Boil penne in salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

2. Cook the chicken

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken for 6–8 minutes until golden and fully cooked. Remove to a plate.

3. Start the sauce

In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.

4. Build the cream sauce

Stir in flour to form a paste. Slowly whisk in chicken broth, then heavy cream. Add Parmesan and stir until smooth and creamy.

Mix in sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Simmer for a few minutes until thickened.

5. Combine everything

Add cooked chicken and pasta back into the skillet. Toss until everything is coated in the sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.

6. Garnish and serve

Top with fresh basil and extra Parmesan. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Pound chicken evenly so it cooks faster and stays tender.

  • Use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest sauce.

  • Reserve 1/4 cup pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.

  • Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies.

  • Don’t overcook the pasta — it will finish cooking in the sauce.

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