Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
Our Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe is full of seasoned, golden brown boneless chicken breast and perfectly cooked pasta in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce. This easy meal is ready in under 30 minutes and perfect for the entire family on busy weeknights.
Servings: 4
Calories: 672kcal
Equipment
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Medium Bowl
- Large Skillet
- Large Pot and Strainer
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts about 2-3 breasts
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 8- ounce penne pasta dry measured (about 3 cups)
- 2 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 1 yellow onion, medium minced
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ cup sun-dried tomato halves chopped (reserve some oil)
- 2 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 cup chicken stock low sodium
- ½ cup 10% cream
- ½ cup parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a medium bowl add bite-sized pieces of chicken and coat evenly with Italian seasoning, salt and garlic powder.
- Heat a large skillet on medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Cook the chicken fully through, flipping to ensure both sides are golden brown. Set aside to rest, then chop into smaller pieces or strips.
- Meanwhile, start cooking your pasta in a large pot of salted water to al dente. Reserve at least ½ cup of pasta water to use to thin the sauce later (if desired).
- Add butter and onion to the large skillet and cook for about 5 minutes and reduce to medium heat, scraping down any brown bits. Then cook the garlic for 1 minute before adding in the sun-dried tomatoes, tomato paste, 1 tablespoon or so of the sundried tomato oil and cook for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour in chicken stock and cream and bring to a low boil. Add parmesan cheese and incorporate.
- Add the cooked pasta into the pan and mix well, then place the chicken in and combine.
- Serve warm and garnish with fresh basil, parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes if desired.
Notes
- Penne can easily be substituted for a different pasta shape that holds sauce well, like rigatoni or fettuccine.
- If you would like to thicken your sauce, let it simmer for longer to reduce or add extra parmesan cheese.
- We highly recommend not skipping on adding fresh basil or parsley to garnish your pasta — it adds a burst of colour, flavor, and freshness.
Nutrition
Calories: 672kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 41g | Fat: 31g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 130mg | Sodium: 1649mg | Potassium: 1265mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1008IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 239mg | Iron: 4mg
