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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta with penne, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, and melted mozzarella. Rich, cheesy, and homemade on a white plate.

Marry Me Chicken Pasta

This rich and creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta combines juicy chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan in a velvety garlic-herb sauce. Inspired by Italian flavors and viral for a reason, it’s the perfect romantic dinner that’s both easy and unforgettable.
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Course: Dinner, Main Course, pasta
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian-American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Resting Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4 plates
Calories: 680kcal
Cost: 15$

Equipment

  • Large skillet (Deep-sided, for sauce and chicken)
  • Pasta pot (For boiling pasta)
  • Knife (For slicing chicken and herbs)
  • Cutting board (Use for both meat and herbs separately)
  • Cheese Grater (For fresh parmesan)
  • Measuring cups/spoons (For accurate portions)
  • Wooden spoon (Or silicone spatula for stirring)

Ingredients

  • 2 pieces Chicken breasts - Boneless, skinless
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper - To taste
  • 2 tablespoon Olive oil - Divided
  • 3 cloves Garlic - Minced
  • ½ teaspoon Red pepper flakes - Adjust for spice level
  • ½ cup Sun-dried tomatoes - In oil, chopped
  • ¾ cup Chicken broth - Low sodium preferred
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese - Freshly grated
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme - Or ¼ teaspoon dried
  • 8 oz Penne pasta - Or pasta of choice
  • ½ cup Pasta water - Reserved from boiling
  • 1 cup Fresh spinach - Optional, stir in at end
  • ½ cup Fresh mozzarella - Torn into pieces for topping
  • ¼ cup Fresh basil - For garnish

Instructions 

  • Sear – Sear chicken in olive oil until golden on both sides.
  • Remove – Transfer chicken to a plate to rest.
  • Sauté – Sauté garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and pepper flakes in skillet.
  • Deglaze – Add broth, scraping the pan to lift browned bits.
  • Simmer – Stir in cream and let it gently reduce.
  • Melt – Add parmesan and thyme; stir until melted and thickened.
  • Slice – Slice chicken and return to the pan.
  • Boil – Cook pasta, reserving some water.
  • Combine – Add pasta to sauce and toss.
  • Loosen – Use pasta water to reach desired consistency.
  • Fold – Stir in spinach if using.
  • Top – Add mozzarella and basil.
  • Rest – Let sit a few minutes to meld flavors.
  • Serve – Garnish and serve warm.

Notes

Nutrition facts are estimated using automated tools and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For the most accurate results, please calculate using your specific ingredients.

Nutrition

Serving: 1Plate | Calories: 680kcal (34%) | Carbohydrates: 48g (16%) | Protein: 40g (80%) | Fat: 36g (55%) | Saturated Fat: 17g (106%) | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 155mg (52%) | Sodium: 570mg (25%) | Potassium: 730mg (21%) | Fiber: 3g (13%) | Sugar: 5g (6%) | Vitamin A: 1350IU (27%) | Vitamin C: 8mg (10%) | Calcium: 290mg (29%) | Iron: 2.5mg (14%)