Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, dreamy dish that blends tender chicken with rich flavors and vibrant ingredients. Perfect for date nights or cozy family dinners, this recipe creates an irresistible aroma that invites everyone to gather around the table. With its elegant presentation and delectable taste, it’s sure to impress your guests and make any meal memorable.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless skinless chicken breasts, sliced into cutlets
- 8 oz penne pasta (or rigatoni)
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced (reserve 1 tbsp oil)
- 1 cup heavy whipping cream
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (or reserved sun-dried tomato oil)
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Pasta & Sear Chicken: Cook penne in salted boiling water until al dente; drain and set aside. Season chicken cutlets with salt, pepper, and oregano. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4 to 5 minutes per side until golden brown (165°F). Transfer to a cutting board and slice into strips.
- Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet over medium heat, add minced garlic, sliced sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Make Cream Sauce & Wilt Spinach: Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer, then whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until smooth. Add fresh baby spinach and stir for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
- Toss Pasta & Chicken: Add the cooked penne and sliced chicken into the sauce. Toss with tongs until thoroughly coated and heated through (1-2 minutes).
- Garnish & Serve: Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and freshly torn basil leaves. Serve warm immediately!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 660
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 640mg
- Fat: 31g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 63g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 150mg