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MARRY ME CHICKEN PASTA

MARRY ME CHICKEN PASTA
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Creamy, comforting marry me chicken pasta with sun-dried tomatoes and rich parmesan cream sauce. One skillet recipe ready in 40 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, sliced or cubed
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, oil-packed, drained and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 lb (8 oz) penne pasta
  • Fresh basil, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Remove to plate.
  2. In same skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and saute 30 seconds until fragrant. Sprinkle in flour and whisk constantly for 1-2 minutes to form smooth roux.
  3. Slowly pour in chicken broth while whisking to prevent lumps. Add heavy cream and whisk until thickened. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
  4. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning. Let simmer 2-3 minutes to blend flavors.
  5. Return chicken to skillet and simmer in sauce for 5 minutes. Meanwhile, cook penne pasta al dente according to package directions. Drain well.
  6. Add drained pasta to skillet with sauce and chicken. Toss gently until pasta is completely coated.
  7. Garnish with fresh chopped basil and serve immediately while hot and creamy.

Notes

  • Use freshly grated parmesan cheese for best melting and flavor.
  • Can substitute half-and-half for heavy cream for lighter option, but sauce will be thinner.
  • Can use rotisserie chicken to save time. Skip searing step and add pre-cooked chicken in step 5.
  • Don’t wash skillet after cooking chicken. The browned bits add flavor to the sauce.
  • For extra depth, add pinch of crushed red pepper or splash of white wine to sauce.

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