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Marry Me Chicken Pasta – Creamy Garlic Parmesan Dish

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Creamy, flavorful, and irresistibly rich, this Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe features pan-seared chicken, a luscious garlic Parmesan sauce, and sun-dried tomatoes tossed with penne pasta—an easy yet impressive dish that’s perfect for date nights, family dinners, or when you’re craving serious comfort food.

Ingredients

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  • 4boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoonsolive oil
  • 1 teaspoonsalt
  • 1 teaspoonblack pepper
  • 1 teaspoonpaprika
  • 3cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cupheavy cream
  • 1/2 cupchicken broth
  • 1/2 cupgrated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoondried thyme
  • 1 teaspoondried oregano
  • 1/2 cupsun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 10 ozpenne pasta
  • Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Cook the penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for 6–7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring to combine and deglaze the pan.
  6. Whisk in grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Stir in dried thyme, oregano, and chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Simmer for 4–5 minutes to thicken.
  8. Slice or cube the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet. Let it simmer in the sauce for 5 minutes.
  9. Add cooked pasta to the skillet and gently toss until evenly coated with the sauce.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil and serve immediately.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for a smoother sauce texture.
Add spinach in the last few minutes of cooking for extra nutrients and color.
Use gluten-free pasta for a gluten-free version.
Half-and-half can replace heavy cream for a lighter option.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

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