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Quick Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe in Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

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A quick and indulgent creamy chicken pasta with sun-dried tomato sauce that’s perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions alike.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (preferably packed in oil)
  • 1 cup heavy cream (240 ml)
  • ½ cup chicken broth or dry white wine (120 ml)
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme blend)
  • 8 ounces pasta (fettuccine or penne)
  • Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • A handful fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 ounces of pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 8-10 minutes. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken slices with salt, pepper, and 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs. Cook chicken in a single layer for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  3. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the skillet and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes to soften.
  4. Pour in ½ cup chicken broth or white wine to deglaze the pan, scraping up browned bits. Simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly.
  5. Add 1 cup heavy cream and stir well. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 3-5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly, keeping heat low to prevent separation.
  6. Stir in ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.
  7. Return cooked chicken to the skillet and nestle into the sauce. Add cooked pasta and toss gently to coat. Add reserved pasta water if sauce is too thick.
  8. Tear fresh basil leaves and sprinkle over the top before serving.

Notes

Do not overcook the chicken to keep it tender. Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for richer flavor or soak dry-packed before use. Simmer sauce gently to avoid cream separation. Reserve pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. Freshly grated Parmesan melts better than pre-grated. Variations include gluten-free pasta, vegetarian substitutions, and dairy-free cream alternatives.

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Keywords: chicken pasta, creamy pasta, sun-dried tomato sauce, quick dinner, weeknight meal, easy chicken recipe

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