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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Marry Me Chicken Pasta: A Creamy Comfort Food Dream

This Marry Me Chicken Pasta features succulent chicken in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce over penne pasta, creating a comforting meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pasta
  • 10 oz Penne Pasta Cooks al dente
For the Chicken
  • 1.5 lb Boneless Skinless Chicken Chicken thighs recommended
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Extra virgin enhances flavor
  • 0.5 tsp Salt Essential for seasoning
  • 0.25 tsp Pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 3 tbsp Butter Preferably Kerrygold
  • 2 tsp Minced Garlic Fresh preferred
  • 3 tbsp Flour Thickens the sauce
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Room temperature
  • 2 cups Chicken Broth Vegetable broth is an alternative
  • 1 cup Grated Parmesan Cheese Add slowly to avoid clumping
  • 2 tsp Italian Seasoning Enhances flavor
  • 1 tsp Paprika Adds smoky flavor
  • 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Drained, oil-packed best
For Garnish
  • Fresh Basil Torn before serving

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet
  • colander

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Boil a large pot of salted water and cook the penne pasta according to package instructions for 10-12 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  2. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces, season with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat, add chicken, cooking until browned, about 6-8 minutes.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter, add garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Whisk in flour and cook for 1-2 minutes. Gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring until smooth and slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Simmer on low for 5 minutes until thickened.
  6. Return chicken and add drained pasta. Toss for 2-3 minutes to coat in sauce.
  7. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper. Toss in torn basil before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 40gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best results, avoid clumping the cheese and cook pasta al dente. Store leftovers properly for freshness.

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