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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish featuring succulent chicken breasts in a rich, garlicky cream sauce, perfect for impressing loved ones.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Comfort Food, Italian
Calories: 650
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Sauce
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
For the Pasta
  • 10 oz linguine or fettuccine pasta Pasta of your choice
For Garnishing
  • fresh basil For garnishing

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by cooking the pasta according to package directions. Drain and set aside.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Add to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until thoroughly cooked. Once done, remove from the skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the heavy cream and Italian seasoning. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, allowing the sauce to thicken for about 5 minutes.
  6. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, slicing it into bite-sized pieces. Add the cooked pasta and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil before serving. Enjoy your Marry Me Chicken Pasta hot!

Notes

For a lighter version, consider using half-and-half in place of heavy cream and grilled chicken instead of pan-seared. To store, let the dish cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container. It should remain fresh in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. For freezing, separate the pasta sauce if preferred. When reheating, add a splash of cream or water to revive its creamy texture.