Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, indulgent pasta dish featuring tender chicken, a rich Parmesan sauce, and sun-dried tomatoes. Perfect for a romantic dinner or family gathering, this dish combines savory flavors with a hint of heat from red pepper flakes. Quick to prepare and easy to customize, it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser that will make any meal feel special.
Ingredients
Ingredients:
- 8 oz dried pasta of choice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 pound chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ teaspoon each: Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, and pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Instructions:
- Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until fragrant and soft.
- Add butter and the chicken pieces to the skillet. Season with Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until the chicken is browned and fully cooked through.
- Pour in the heavy cream and stir in the Parmesan cheese. Let the sauce simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and coats the back of a spoon.
- Mix in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until the pasta is evenly coated with the rich sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves and serve immediately.
Notes
- Vegetarian Version: Replace chicken with plant-based protein like tofu or tempeh.
- For extra heat, add more red pepper flakes or cayenne pepper.
- Add veggies like spinach, mushrooms, or bell peppers for more flavor and texture.
- Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
