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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

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A comforting and flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound Chicken Breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 4 cloves Garlic (finely minced)
  • 1/2 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes (drained)
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (to taste)
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated)
  • 8 ounces Pasta of Choice (penne, fettuccine, or rigatoni)
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black Pepper

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat until melted.
  2. Cook the chicken pieces in the skillet; season with salt and black pepper and cook until golden brown, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sautรฉ the minced garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes in the same skillet for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Make the sauce by pouring in the chicken broth and bringing it to a simmer; stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese until smooth.
  5. Combine the chicken back into the skillet with the cooked pasta, tossing everything together and adjusting the seasoning as needed.
  6. Serve warm, garnished with extra Parmesan or fresh herbs.

Notes

For a richer flavor, garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve with garlic bread or a green salad.

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