Description

A creamy, dreamy pasta dish that went viral for a reason—Marry Me Chicken Pasta combines juicy chicken, tender penne, and a luscious sun-dried tomato cream sauce that feels indulgent enough for date night but simple enough for weeknights. Comforting, flavorful, and guaranteed to win hearts at the table.

Ingredients

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Chicken & Pasta

1 1/2 lbs boneless skinless chicken, cut into 1-inch pieces
10 oz penne pasta
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
1 Tbsp olive oil

Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

3 Tbsp butter
2 tsp garlic, minced
3 Tbsp flour
2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained
1 tsp paprika
2 tsp Italian seasoning
Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

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Instructions

Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken 6–8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds. Stir in flour and whisk into a paste.
Slowly whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir until smooth and slightly thickened.
Add parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
Return chicken and pasta to the skillet. Toss to coat in sauce.
Garnish with basil and extra parmesan. Serve warm.

Notes

Don’t overcook chicken; juicy bites make the dish shine.

Drain sun-dried tomatoes to avoid excess oil.

Freshly grated parmesan gives the best melt and flavor.

Add crushed red pepper flakes for heat.

Best served fresh—reheat gently with cream or broth if needed.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Pasta / Dinner
Method: Skillet / One-pot
Cuisine: Italian-American