Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a dreamy dish that combines tender chicken breast with a luscious creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and aromatic garlic. This meal not only tantalizes the taste buds but also sets the stage for romance, making it perfect for date nights or special occasions. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up this culinary delight using simple ingredients you likely have on hand. The medley of flavors creates an irresistible experience, leaving your loved ones asking for seconds. Whether you serve it with a crisp salad or crusty bread, this chicken pasta dish is sure to impress and make your dinner memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
Instructions
- Prepare the ingredients: Dice chicken into bite-sized pieces and mince the garlic.
- Cook the pasta: Boil salted water and cook pasta until al dente; drain and set aside.
- Sauté the chicken: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat, add chicken, season with salt and pepper, and cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes).
- Make the sauce: Add minced garlic to the skillet; sauté until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in heavy cream and chicken broth until combined.
- Stir in cheese and tomatoes: Add parmesan cheese and sun-dried tomatoes; simmer until thickened (approximately 3 minutes).
- Combine everything: Fold cooked pasta into the sauce mixture until well coated. Serve immediately with extra parmesan on top.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate of Marry Me Chicken Pasta (approx. 290g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 110mg