Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish with tender chicken in a sun-dried tomato Parmesan cream sauce—so irresistible, it’s said to inspire marriage proposals! Adding pasta turns it into a full, satisfying meal that’s easy enough for a weeknight and elegant enough for a date night.
🍝💍 Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
📋 Ingredients (serves 4):
For the Chicken:
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2 large chicken breasts, cut into cutlets or strips
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1 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp paprika
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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1–2 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce:
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (in oil), drained and chopped
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¾ cup chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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1 tsp chili flakes (optional for heat)
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1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
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Salt and pepper to taste
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Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish
Pasta:
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12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or rigatoni work well)
👩🍳 Instructions:
1. Cook pasta:
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Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
2. Season and sear chicken:
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Season chicken with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
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In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and sear chicken until golden and cooked through (about 4–5 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
3. Make the sauce:
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In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
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Pour in chicken broth and scrape up browned bits from the pan. Let simmer for 2–3 minutes.
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Stir in cream, Parmesan, chili flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let simmer until slightly thickened (about 5–6 minutes).
4. Combine & serve:
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Return chicken to the skillet. Let simmer for 2–3 more minutes in the sauce.
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Add cooked pasta and toss to coat. Adjust seasoning as needed.
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Garnish with chopped basil or parsley and serve hot!
📝 Tips:
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For extra richness, stir in a tablespoon of butter before serving.
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Try adding spinach or mushrooms for a veggie boost.
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Use boneless thighs for an even juicier chicken option.
Would you like a baked casserole version or a dairy-free variation of this dish?