Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a rich and creamy dish made with tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and Parmesan tossed with pasta for a comforting, restaurant-worthy meal. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, it’s a recipe that impresses every time.
Ingredients
- 4 boneless chicken breasts
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¾ cup chicken broth
- ⅔ cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- ⅓ teaspoon chili flakes to taste
- ⅓ cup Parmesan grated
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped (plus a little oil from the jar)
- 12 oz penne pasta cooked al dente
Instructions
- Pat chicken dry, season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Sear chicken 8–10 minutes per side until golden, then remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic in a splash of sun-dried tomato oil for 30 seconds. Stir in cream, broth, tomatoes, basil, thyme, oregano, Parmesan, and chili flakes until smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet, spoon sauce over top, cover, and simmer 10 minutes until cooked through and sauce thickens.
- Stir in penne pasta, tossing to coat. Garnish with basil or parsley. Serve hot.
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