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Ultimate Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta

This irresistible creamy chicken pasta features tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and a rich Parmesan cream sauce that makes it perfect for romantic dinners or special occasions. The restaurant-quality dish comes together in under 30 minutes with a silky sauce that clings perfectly to every strand of pasta.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 620
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless chicken breasts, sliced into strips
  • 8 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 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 1/4 cup pasta water before draining.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken strips with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and add drained pasta. Toss everything together until well coated in the creamy sauce.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan cheese rather than pre-shredded for smoother melting. The starch from pasta water helps create a silky, restaurant-quality sauce that clings perfectly to every strand.