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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta - Irresistible Romantic Dinner Recipe

This creamy chicken pasta dish combines tender chicken with a rich, velvety sauce that clings perfectly to pasta, making it perfect for date nights or special family dinners. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you'll have a restaurant-quality meal on the table in under 30 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite shape)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  4. Add heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
  5. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and add the drained pasta. Toss everything together until well coated in the creamy sauce.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Use freshly grated Parmesan for best melting quality, don't overcook the chicken, reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency, and toast Italian seasoning in oil for extra flavor.