Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is an enchanting dish that perfectly blends the heartiness of chicken with the comfort of pasta, all swirled in a creamy, sun-dried tomato sauce. Each bite of this dish offers a delightful mix of flavors - the tanginess of the tomatoes, the richness of the cream, and the savory goodness of Parmesan cheese.
Servings: 4
Calories: 791kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 12 ounces rigatoni pasta or other small shaped pasta
- 2 large chicken breasts boneless and skinless, cut into bite size pieces
- salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil or oil from sun-dried tomatoes
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- ¼ cup fresh basil chopped
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the rigatoni according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat and continue to simmer for about 10 minutes, or until the sauce starts to thicken.
- Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped basil. Cook until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Add the cooked rigatoni to the skillet and toss everything together until the pasta is coated in the creamy sauce.
- Plate the pasta and top with extra grated Parmesan and fresh basil for garnish.
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Notes
- Adjust Spice Level: Feel free to tweak the amount of red pepper flakes to suit your taste. Less for milder palates, more if you love a spicy kick!
- Pasta Choice Matters: While rigatoni is great for holding sauce, you can experiment with different pasta shapes like penne or fusilli.
- Cheese Variations: Parmesan is classic, but don't hesitate to try other cheeses like Pecorino Romano for a different flavor profile.
- Fresh Basil is Key: For the best flavor, use fresh basil for garnishing. It adds a lovely aroma and a fresh taste.
- Creamy Sauce Tip: If your sauce thickens too much upon reheating, just add a splash of milk or broth to bring back its creamy consistency.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving | Calories: 791kcal | Carbohydrates: 75g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 19g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 13g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 120mg | Sodium: 524mg | Potassium: 1019mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 1360IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 381mg | Iron: 3mg
