Simple Marry Me Chicken Pasta to Try
This easy Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, dreamy dish that’s perfect for new cooks. Tender chicken, rich sauce, and pasta come together in 30 minutes for a meal so tasty it might spark a proposal—or at least some serious compliments! Simple, cozy, and irresistible.
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Pasta and Sauce:
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil (a handful, chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
- Boil a pot of salted water and cook penne until al dente, about 10–12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high.
- Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt butter. Sauté garlic for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in cream and broth. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then add Parmesan and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Add chicken back to the skillet, then toss in the pasta. Mix until coated in sauce.
- Garnish your Marry Me Chicken Pasta with basil and serve hot. Enjoy!
Notes
Tip: Save a splash of pasta water to thin the sauce if needed.
Variation: For a lighter Marry Me Chicken Pasta, swap heavy cream with half-and-half. A simple tweak for beginners!
Nutrition
Calories: 650 kcal
Fat: 35g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 30g
Sodium: 800mg
Calories: 650 kcal
Fat: 35g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Protein: 30g
Sodium: 800mg