Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a romantic dish that combines succulent chicken breasts with a creamy garlic and sun-dried tomato sauce, served over al dente pasta. This easy-to-make recipe is sure to impress your loved ones, making it ideal for date nights, family gatherings, or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons fresh garlic (minced)
- 8 ounces penne or fettuccine pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream (full-fat)
- 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients; finely chop garlic and slice sun-dried tomatoes if necessary.
- Boil salted water in a large pot. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente, then drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat; sauté chicken breasts until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes per side).
- Reduce heat to low; add minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about one minute). Stir in heavy cream, soy sauce, and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Add cooked pasta to the skillet; toss gently to combine. Let simmer for about five minutes.
- Serve hot, drizzled with sauce and garnished with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approximately 300g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg