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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

A cozy and comforting pasta dish featuring tender chicken, creamy sauce, and sun-dried tomatoes that’s perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts Look for fresh, organic chicken for the best flavor.
  • 8 oz fusilli pasta Any pasta shape works, but fusilli’s spirals hold the sauce beautifully.
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
  • 1 cup heavy cream For a lighter option, consider using half-and-half or a non-dairy alternative.
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese Add more parmesan if desired for serving.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic will enhance the flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Italian herbs Use a blend of dried Italian herbs for flavor.
  • to taste Salt and pepper Adjust seasoning according to preference.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil To be used for cooking the chicken.

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Begin by cooking the fusilli pasta per package instructions; drain and set aside, keeping a bit of pasta water for the sauce.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat a drizzle of olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Season the chicken breasts generously with salt and pepper, then place into the hot skillet. Cook until browning and fully cooked, roughly 6-7 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and cover to keep warm.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes; sauté for 1-2 minutes.
  2. Pour in the heavy cream and grated parmesan cheese, stirring until well combined; let it simmer for a few minutes until it thickens slightly.
Combining the Dish
  1. Return the cooked pasta and chicken to the skillet, tossing everything together to coat evenly in the sauce.
  2. Sprinkle with Italian herbs and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve hot with a sprinkle of extra parmesan, if desired.

Notes

For best texture, cook pasta al dente. Adjust creaminess with pasta water, and taste as you go for seasoning.