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Close-up of a fork twirling creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta over a skillet, with melted parmesan and steam rising.

Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, comforting, and flavor-packed dish that’s perfect for romantic dinners or cozy nights in. With tender seared chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich parmesan cream sauce tossed with pasta, this recipe is said to be so good—it might just lead to a proposal.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 2 boneless skinless chicken breasts

  • 1 tsp salt

  • ½ tsp black pepper

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Sauce:

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), drained and chopped

  • 1 cup chicken broth

  • 1 cup heavy cream

  • ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese

  • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish (optional)

For the Pasta:

  • 8 oz pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fettuccine)

  • Salt for pasta water

Instructions

  • Prep the Chicken
    Pound the chicken breasts to an even thickness. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.

  • Sear the Chicken
    Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.

  • Cook the Pasta
    In a large pot, cook pasta in salted boiling water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.

  • Make the Sauce
    In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add minced garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.

  • Add Cream and Cheese
    Lower the heat and stir in heavy cream, parmesan, and red pepper flakes. Stir until cheese is melted and sauce thickens slightly.

  • Combine Everything
    Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet. Add the drained pasta and gently toss to coat in the sauce. Simmer for 1–2 minutes.

  • Serve
    Garnish with fresh basil or parsley. Serve hot with garlic bread or salad.

  • Author: Aida
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: About 1½ cups per serving