Marry Me Chicken Pasta
This creamy, flavorful chicken pasta is so good, it just might inspire a marriage proposal. Perfect for date night or any special dinner at home!
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Pot
- Tongs
Ingredients
Chicken
- 2 chicken breasts boneless, skinless, sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Sauce
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 tsp chili flakes optional
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and chopped
Pasta
- 8 oz pasta fettuccine or your choice
- fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the pasta according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper and sear until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir in Parmesan cheese and bring to a simmer.
- Add sun-dried tomatoes and red chili flakes. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes to thicken slightly.
- Return cooked chicken to the skillet and simmer for another 2 minutes.
- Add the drained pasta and toss until fully coated in the sauce. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Notes
You can make this dish ahead and store leftovers in the fridge for up to 2 days. To reheat, add a splash of cream or broth.