Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a rich and creamy pasta dish that you absolutely must make. What I love about this dish is that it isn’t a fancy recipe, but it feels fancy. The sauce is velvety smooth, cheesy, slightly tart from the sun-dried tomatoes, and just deliciously glides along the pasta. Believe me on this: you will be receiving repeated requests for it from people once served.

What is Marry Me Chicken Pasta All About?

Marry me chicken pasta is creamy pasta consisting of tender bits of seared chicken with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, cream, and parmesan cheese. Bold yet beautifully balanced flavors include savory chicken, sweet-tart tomatoes, and a rich sauce that brings it all together. That’s why it’s called “Marry Me” chicken: it’s that good, it could just get you a proposal!

Ingredients

For the Chicken:

• 2 large chicken breasts, sliced in half lengthwise
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

For the Sauce:

• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese

For the Pasta:

• 12 oz pasta of choice (penne or fettuccine works great)
• Salt for pasta water

Instructions

1. In a separate pot, bring sufficient salted water to a boil for the pasta. Cook the pasta as per the instructions on the package. Drain and set it aside.
2. The chicken is now seasoned and seared. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and paprika. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken for 4 to 5 minutes on each side until golden and done. Remove from the pan and set it aside.
3. Prepare the sauce: To the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, chicken broth, and Italian seasoning; mix and bring to a gentle simmer.
4. Add cheese and chicken. Mix in Parmesan cheese until melted. Toss the chicken back in, warming it in the sauce for 2 to 3 minutes.
5. Mix the pasta with the sauce – toss cooked pasta into the sauce to coat it fully.

Storage Tips

• Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
• For reheat, simply warm on the stove and loosen with a splash of cream or broth.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve with garlic bread and a side salad to have a proper meal.
• Add sautéed spinach or broccoli for more veggies.

Pro Tips

• Use fresh Parmesan cheese at the time of grating to ensure the smoothest, well-sauced sauce.
• For skinnier versions, replace heavy cream with half-and-half.
• For a spicy punch, put crushed red pepper flakes.

FAQs

1. Is Marry Me Chicken Pasta very rich?

It is orgasmic and amazing, so instead of adding cream, you can add broth to increase flavour.

2. Can I use chicken thighs?

Definitely! Use boneless thighs as they are juicy and perfect here.

3. What is the best kind of pasta for this dish?

Penne is a short pasta that holds sauce well, but fettuccine is a great option too.

4. Can it be made dairy-free?

Yes—use coconut cream and a dairy-free parmesan alternative.

Try It!

This Marry Me Chicken Pasta is pure comfort food: creamy, full of flavor, and extremely easy to prepare. Ideal for date night, family dinners, or even just when you want something special without spending an inordinate amount of time in the kitchen preparing it. Make it once, and you’ll know it’s a keeper!