Marry Me Chicken Pasta
A creamy, tangy, and savory pasta dish featuring tender chicken, penne pasta, and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for weeknight dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
Chicken and Sauce Ingredients
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3-4 cloves Garlic Minced finely for even distribution.
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter For cooking the roux.
- 2 tablespoons Flour To create the roux.
- 1 cup Chicken broth For flavoring the sauce.
- 1 cup Heavy cream Creates a rich sauce foundation.
- ½ cup Sun-dried tomatoes Add bold flavor contrast.
Pasta Ingredients
- 8 ounces Penne pasta Cook until al dente.
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese Grated, to serve.
Seasonings
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- optional Red pepper flakes For a spicy kick.
Instructions
Preparing the Chicken and Sauce
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and let it rest.
- In the same pan, melt butter and mix in flour to create a roux, cooking for 2-3 minutes.
- Slowly add chicken broth, stirring constantly, then incorporate heavy cream and let simmer for about 15 minutes, until the sauce thickens.
Combining Pasta with the Sauce
- Cook the penne pasta al dente according to package instructions, saving 1/2 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat. If too thick, add reserved pasta water gradually until desired consistency is reached.
- Serve hot, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and optional herbs.
Notes
For extra flavor, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce. To make the dish dairy-free, swap cream with coconut milk.