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Chicken pasta with sun dried tomatoes and herbs in a cheese sauce.

Marry Me Chicken Pasta

A Creamy, Irresistible Dinner You'll Love
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste

For the Pasta:

  • 8 oz Penne or your favorite pasta fettuccine is also popular
  • Salt for boiling pasta water

For the Sauce:

  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional, for a little heat
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Fresh basil chopped (for garnish)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Cook the Pasta
    Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  • Prepare the Chicken
    Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper on both sides.
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C). Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside to rest.
  • Make the Creamy Sauce
    In the same skillet, add the butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, making sure not to burn the garlic. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and Sauté for another minute.
    Pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then add the grated Parmesan cheese, oregano, and red pepper flakes, if using. Stir constantly until the sauce thickens and becomes creamy (about 3-4 minutes).
    Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Combine the Pasta and Chicken
    Slice the cooked chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces.
    Add the cooked pasta to the skillet with the creamy sauce, tossing to coat the pasta evenly in the sauce. If the sauce seems too thick, add a little more chicken broth to reach your desired consistency.
    Gently stir in the sliced chicken and let everything warm through for a couple of minutes.
  • Serve and Garnish
    Divide the creamy pasta into serving bowls and garnish with fresh chopped basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired.