Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy and rich pasta dish that people love around the world. It is famous because the flavor is so good that some say it could make someone marry you
Ingredients
- 2 chicken breasts sliced
- 2 cups pasta penne or rigatoni works best
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 1 teaspoon chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Boil pasta in salted water until soft. Keep one cup of pasta water aside before draining completely.
Season the Chicken
- Sprinkle salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning on the chicken. Mix well until all pieces are coated evenly.
Heat Oil in the Pan
- Place a skillet on medium heat. Add olive oil and let it become hot before adding chicken pieces.
Cook the Chicken
- Cook chicken for five minutes. Flip the pieces until they are golden and cooked through completely.
Add Garlic to the Pan
- Lower heat slightly. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant without burning the garlic.
Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes
- Mix in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes. Stir them for one minute to release their flavor.
Pour in the Chicken Broth
- Add chicken broth to the pan. Stir gently and let it simmer for two minutes.
Add the Heavy Cream
- Pour heavy cream into the pan. Mix well until the sauce becomes smooth and creamy.
Add Parmesan Cheese
- Add grated parmesan cheese. Stir slowly until the cheese melts and the sauce thickens nicely.
Add Chili Flakes
- Sprinkle chili flakes. Adjust the amount based on how spicy you want the sauce to taste.
Add the Cooked Pasta
- Add cooked pasta to the creamy sauce. Mix until all pasta pieces are coated fully.
Add Reserved Pasta Water
- Add a little pasta water if the sauce seems too thick. Mix until you get the perfect texture.
Cook for a Few Minutes
- Let everything simmer for two to three minutes. This helps the flavors blend together perfectly.
Add Fresh Basil
- Turn off heat. Add chopped basil on top. This adds freshness and a beautiful aroma.
Serve Warm
- Serve immediately. Add extra parmesan cheese or basil for more flavor.
Notes
- Slice chicken evenly: Thin pieces cook faster and stay tender.
- Use sun-dried tomatoes in oil: They bring richer flavor and better texture.
- Add spinach: Stir in fresh spinach at the end for a healthy twist.
- Make it spicier: Add more chili flakes or a dash of paprika.
- Use different pasta: Penne, rigatoni, bow-tie, or fettuccine all work great.
- Thicken the sauce: Add more parmesan if you want a thicker, cheesier texture.
- Make it lighter: Use half cream and half milk for a lighter version.
- Extra protein option: Add cooked shrimp or bacon for more richness.