Description
Discover the magic of Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a creamy and flavorful chicken dish that will win over your heart and taste buds. Perfect for impressing loved ones or treating yourself!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 lb pasta of your choice (fettuccine, penne, or spaghetti work well)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine chicken with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning in a bowl.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, then sear the chicken until golden brown and cooked through.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and red pepper flakes to the skillet; sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream, bring to a simmer, then stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add cooked chicken back into the sauce; allow to simmer for a few minutes.
- Cook the pasta according to package directions, then add to the skillet with the sauce and chicken; toss to combine.
Notes
- Add more red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Use half-and-half as a lighter alternative to heavy cream.
- Incorporate veggies like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition.
- Experiment with different cheeses for a unique flavor.
- Avoid overcooking the pasta, as it will continue to cook in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 650 Kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg
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