Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a dish that beautifully combines tender chicken, a rich parmesan sauce, and vibrant sun-dried tomatoes all tossed with penne pasta. Perfect for any occasion – whether it’s a quick weeknight meal or a romantic dinner – this recipe is sure to impress with its luscious flavors and comforting texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the penne pasta according to package directions; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then sauté in olive oil over medium-high heat for 6-8 minutes until fully cooked. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic. Add flour to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in chicken broth, cream, and parmesan until smooth. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and seasonings; let simmer until thickened.
- Combine the cooked chicken and pasta with the sauce; mix well.
- Serve garnished with fresh basil and additional parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (300g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg