Description
Indulge in the creamy delight of Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a dish that perfectly balances rich flavors and easy preparation. This delectable recipe features tender chicken and al dente penne enveloped in a luscious sun-dried tomato parmesan sauce. Ideal for both romantic dinners and casual gatherings, this pasta will surely impress your guests and satisfy your family’s cravings. With just 30 minutes of cooking time, you can serve up gourmet comfort food that feels like a special occasion any night of the week.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breast
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high and cook chicken until no longer pink, about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté garlic briefly, then whisk in flour. Gradually add broth, cream, and parmesan until smooth. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and seasoning; allow to simmer until thickened.
- Return chicken to skillet with drained pasta; mix well to coat in sauce. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 300g)
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 59g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 135mg