Description
Indulge in the creamy, dreamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta with Sun-Dried Tomatoes, where tender chicken meets al dente pasta in a luscious sauce. The rich flavors of garlic and sun-dried tomatoes create a symphony of taste, while the velvety texture envelops each bite, making it a dish that promises to win hearts.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Chicken:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 pound)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- For the Pasta:
- 8 ounces fettuccine or penne pasta
- For the Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and Italian seasoning. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet with the sauce. Add the cooked pasta and toss to combine, ensuring everything is well coated.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Enjoy your creamy pasta dish!
Notes
- This dish can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To reheat, warm gently on the stove over low heat, adding a splash of cream if needed.
- For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or a plant-based cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate of pasta with chicken and sauce
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 4 grams
- Sodium: 800 milligrams
- Fat: 40 grams
- Saturated Fat: 20 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 50 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 30 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 milligrams
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