Description
Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta with sun-dried tomatoes, tender chicken, and parmesan—romantic and ready in 30 minutes to steal the show!
Ingredients
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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12 ounces penne pasta
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2 tablespoons butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
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1 cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated parmesan cheese
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½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
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Fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
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Cook penne pasta per package instructions. Drain and set aside.
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Season chicken with salt and pepper.
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Heat olive oil in a skillet, cook chicken 6–8 minutes until done. Remove and set aside.
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Melt butter in the same skillet. Sauté garlic for 30 seconds, then stir in flour to make a roux.
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Whisk in chicken broth and heavy cream; stir until thickened.
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Add parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Mix well.
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Return chicken to skillet, simmer briefly.
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Add cooked pasta and toss to coat evenly.
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Garnish with chopped basil and serve hot.
Notes
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a little heat.
- Swap penne with rigatoni or fettuccine for a twist.
- Leftovers reheat well with a splash of cream or broth.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American