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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta

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A delightful dish bursting with flavor, this creamy pasta with chicken and sun-dried tomatoes is perfect for family dinners or date nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts (cut into bite-size pieces)
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt (to taste)
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil (for sautéing)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (for richness)
  • 1/2 cup Chicken Bouillon or Stock (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1/2 cup Freshly Grated Parmesan Cheese (avoid pre-grated for smoother sauce)
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (for flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon Italian Seasoning (can substitute with oregano and basil)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Freshly Cracked Black Pepper (to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (optional for heat)
  • 8 ounces Penne Pasta (or alternate shapes like rigatoni)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil Leaves (or parsley as an alternative)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Boil the penne as per package instructions. Once done, drain, keeping a bit of the pasta water for later.
  2. Sauté the Chicken: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, seasoning them with kosher salt. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
  3. Create the Sauce: In the same skillet, add the minced garlic, sautéing for about a minute until fragrant. Pour in the heavy cream and chicken bouillon, then bring it to a simmer.
  4. Add Cheese and Flavor: Mix in the freshly grated parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired. Let the sauce simmer until it slightly thickens.
  5. Combine: Add the cooked chicken and drained pasta back into the skillet. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water to achieve your desired creaminess.
  6. Garnish: Just before serving, sprinkle with fresh basil or parsley for a burst of color and flavor.

Notes

Serve warm and consider pairing with a light green salad and white wine.

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