Marry Me Chicken Pasta
This creamy and flavorful pasta dish features chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich sauce.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Pot
Ingredients
For the Chicken
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken pounded to even thickness
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
For the Pasta
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup heavy cream room temperature
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
For Garnish
- Fresh basil torn
- Additional Parmesan cheese optional, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook until golden and cooked through.
- In a pot, cook penne pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In the skillet, melt butter. Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, paprika, and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir until combined and simmer for a few minutes.
- Stir in cooked pasta and Parmesan cheese until well-coated. Garnish with fresh basil and serve with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
You can add more vegetables if desired. Adjust seasoning according to your taste.