Delish Marry Me Chicken Pasta
A creamy, flavorful pasta dish featuring tender chicken smothered in a rich tomato and parmesan sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz penne pasta
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup fresh basil chopped
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Cook penne pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Cook chicken for 6-7 minutes per side until cooked through and golden brown. Remove from skillet and slice into strips.
- In the same skillet, add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until the sauce is creamy and smooth.
- Return chicken and cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss everything together to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Sprinkle fresh basil over the pasta. Serve immediately.
Notes
For extra flavor, garnish with additional Parmesan and freshly cracked black pepper. Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.