Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a delightful and creamy pasta dish that combines tender chicken, rich flavors, and a touch of romantic allure.
Servings 4 people
Calories 516kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound chicken breasts boneless, skinless
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper ground, black
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tbsp flour all-purpose
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 1/2 cup sundried tomatoes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 3 cups dry pasta
- fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Pat the chicken dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook, undisturbed until well-browned on al sides and cooked through about 6-8 minutes. Transfer to a plate when done.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, (about 30 seconds). Stir in the tomato paste and cook for one minute.
- Whisk in the flour until smooth. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce heat and let it thicken for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Add the Parmesan cheese, chopped rehydrated tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes. Taste the sauce and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to the package directions until al dente. Reserve one cup of pasta water before draining.
- Return the cooked chicken and any accumulated juices to the sauce. Add the drained pasta and a splash of the reserved pasta water to help the sauce coat everything.
- Stir until well combined and heated through. Garnish generously with fresh basil and additional Pamesan cheese before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 516kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 37g | Saturated Fat: 21g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 163mg | Sodium: 1057mg | Potassium: 1066mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1507IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 227mg | Iron: 2mg