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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta - Ultimate Romantic Dinner Recipe

This Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta features tender chicken pieces in a luxurious velvety sauce with perfectly cooked pasta, delivering restaurant-quality flavors for a romantic dinner or special family meal. The dish boasts a perfect balance of creamy textures, savory chicken, and cheese that creates a harmonious flavor experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 680
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 12 oz fettuccine or penne pasta
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup cream cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving about 1/2 cup of pasta water.
  2. Season chicken pieces with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add remaining olive oil and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Add heavy cream, cream cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. Whisk until smooth and bring to a simmer.
  4. Reduce heat to medium-low and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth. Add the cooked chicken back to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss everything together, adding a splash of reserved pasta water if needed to reach your desired sauce consistency.
  5. Season with additional salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Garnish with fresh herbs and extra Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Reserve pasta water to help create a silky, cohesive sauce. Components can be prepared ahead and combined just before serving. For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half for heavy cream and reduce cheese slightly.