Print

Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
Print Recipe

★★★★★

5 from 15 reviews

This Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe is a creamy and indulgent dish that will win over your taste buds with its rich flavors and tender chicken. Sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese come together to create a decadent sauce that coats each strand of fettuccine perfectly. Customize it with optional ingredients like white wine, spinach, lemon juice, or mushrooms for added depth of flavor.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients:

  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 8 ounces fettuccine or your favorite pasta
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 4 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil (for garnish)

Optional Ingredients:

  • ¼ cup white wine (for deglazing the pan)
  • 2 cups fresh spinach (for added greens)
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for a touch of brightness)
  • 1 cup sliced mushrooms (for added flavor)

Instructions

  1. Cook the Pasta: Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet. Cook seasoned chicken breasts until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
  4. Deglaze the Pan: If using, deglaze with white wine and reduce.
  5. Make the Sauce: Add chicken broth, heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. Finish the Dish: Stir in Parmesan cheese, then combine sliced chicken and pasta in the skillet. Toss to coat.
  7. Optional Additions: Add spinach to wilt, lemon juice for brightness, and garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition

Keywords: Marry Me Chicken Pasta, Chicken Pasta Recipe, Creamy Pasta Recipe

Find it online: https://tastybella.com/marry-me-chicken-pasta-recipe/