Description
Creamy, dreamy, and downright irresistible, this Easy Marry Me Chicken Pasta is the kind of dish that turns a weeknight dinner into something special. With juicy chicken strips seared to perfection and wrapped in a parmesan-laced cream sauce with a sun-dried tomato kick, this pasta is a comfort food hero. It’s fast enough for a quick dinner and fancy enough for a date night.
Whether you’re browsing for quick dinners, creamy pasta ideas, or food that wows with minimal effort, this recipe checks every box. It’s the kind of easy recipe that brings everyone back for seconds—a true crowd-pleaser that earns its name.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into strips
Salt and black pepper, to taste
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
8 ounces penne pasta, cooked and drained
Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
Extra Parmesan, for serving
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Sear chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
- Stir in chicken broth and heavy cream. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
- Add Parmesan and stir until sauce is smooth.
- Return chicken to the skillet and toss with cooked pasta until well coated.
- Garnish with basil and extra Parmesan. Serve hot.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner