Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Name: Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients: 2 medium Chicken Breasts (boneless, skinless, sliced or cut into chunks); 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 tablespoon Butter; 4 cloves Garlic (minced); 1/2 cup Sun-dried Tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and chopped); 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (or to taste); 1 cup Chicken Broth; 1 cup Heavy Cream; 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese (grated, plus more for serving); 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano; 1/2 teaspoon Salt (or to taste); 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (or to taste); 8 ounces Pasta (such as linguine, fettuccine, or penne); 5 ounces Fresh Spinach; 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley (chopped, for garnish (optional))

This Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe is a quick, easy, and satisfying dish that makes a perfect weekly staple or a special dinner. Tender chicken breasts are seared and then simmered in a rich, creamy sun-dried tomato and Parmesan sauce, tossed with al dente pasta and fresh spinach. It's a flavorful and comforting meal that's sure to be a hit.

#Chicken

#Pasta

#Creamy

#Weeknight Dinner

#Easy

#Comfort Food

#Italian

#Sun-dried Tomato

Searing the Chicken

Recipe Information

15m

Prep Time

25m

Cook Time

40m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Italian-American

English

Nutrition (per serving)

720

Calories

45g

Protein

55g

Carbs

38g

Fat

Creamy Sauce Simmering

Ingredients

Servings: 4

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Pasta and Chicken Added

Instructions

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Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
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Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve about 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
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Al dente pasta will have a slight bite, ensuring it doesn't get mushy in the sauce.
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Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Pat chicken dry before seasoning for a better sear.
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Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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Add chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside.
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Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow the chicken to sear properly.
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Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the same skillet. Add minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Reduce heat to medium, add butter to the same skillet. Add minced garlic, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
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Keep an eye on the garlic to prevent it from burning, which can make it bitter.
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Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in heavy cream, grated Parmesan cheese, and dried oregano. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Adjust seasonings to your preference. A pinch of nutmeg can enhance the creaminess.
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Slice or shred the cooked chicken and add it back to the skillet with the sauce. Add the cooked and drained pasta.
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Slice or shred the cooked chicken and add it back to the skillet with the sauce. Add the cooked and drained pasta.
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If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water until desired consistency is reached.
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Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Stir in fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 1-2 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
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Add spinach in batches if your skillet is full, it will wilt down quickly.
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Serve immediately and enjoy!
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Serve immediately and enjoy!
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This dish is best served fresh but leftovers can be refrigerated for 2-3 days.