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Marry Me Chicken Pasta: Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato & Parmesan Sauce Recipe

This viral Marry Me Chicken Pasta features tender chicken in a luxurious creamy sun-dried tomato and parmesan sauce that delivers restaurant-quality flavor in under 30 minutes. Perfect for date nights or weeknight dinners, this one-pan wonder is surprisingly easy to make and has taken the internet by storm.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 oz pasta (penne or fettuccine work well)
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh basil for garnish
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning, then cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and stir in heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer, then gradually whisk in parmesan cheese until smooth and creamy.
  5. Return chicken to the skillet along with cooked pasta. Toss everything together, adding reserved pasta water as needed to reach your desired sauce consistency.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil, extra parmesan, and red pepper flakes if using. Serve immediately while hot and creamy!

Notes

Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken to ensure proper browning. Use starchy pasta water to create a silky, emulsified sauce. Quality ingredients like real parmesan cheese and good sun-dried tomatoes make a big difference in flavor.