Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is the kind of dish that lives up to its bold name—rich, romantic, and completely irresistible.
Ingredients
- 1½ lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed)
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or rigatoni)
- Red pepper flakes, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water; drain.
- Season chicken with salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden; remove.
- Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the skillet; cook 30 seconds. Stir in tomato paste.
- Add broth and cream; simmer 3–4 minutes. Stir in Parmesan and red pepper flakes.
- Return chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss, adding pasta water if needed. Garnish with basil.
Notes
- Swap cream for half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Add spinach at the end for extra color and nutrients.
- Great with grilled chicken thighs too.
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is the kind of dish that lives up to its bold name—rich, romantic, and completely irresistible. Juicy pan-seared chicken is nestled into a velvety cream sauce infused with garlic, Parmesan, and tangy sun-dried tomatoes that bring just the right pop of flavor.
Tossed with tender pasta, every forkful feels indulgent yet balanced, with warmth from Italian spices and a gentle kick of red pepper flakes. It’s elegant enough for a date night but easy enough for a busy weeknight, all coming together in one pan with minimal effort. The sauce clings beautifully to the pasta, making it impossible not to go back for seconds. Serve it with a crisp salad or garlic bread, and you’ve got a meal that feels special without being fussy—one that might just earn you a proposal, or at least rave reviews at the table.
