Marry Me Chicken Pasta | Creamy, Easy & Family-Friendly Dinner
A rich and creamy chicken pasta dish that's quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless skinless chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces
- 10 ounces penne pasta
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3 tablespoons flour
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- for garnish Fresh basil
Instructions
- Cook penne pasta until al dente, then drain.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook in olive oil until browned. Remove and set aside.
- Melt butter, sauté garlic, stir in flour, then whisk in broth and cream. Add parmesan and sun-dried tomatoes, season with paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Return chicken and pasta to skillet, toss to coat, garnish with basil before serving.
Notes
For a richer flavor, let the sauce simmer a few extra minutes before combining with pasta.