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Flavorful Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe with Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Sauce

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A rich and creamy chicken pasta dish featuring a luscious sun-dried tomato cream sauce that clings perfectly to linguine or fettuccine. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe is perfect for cozy dinners or unexpected guests.

Ingredients

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  • 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (oil-packed preferred)
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • 8 ounces linguine or fettuccine pasta
  • Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat dry chicken breasts and season both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook pasta according to package instructions until al dente (8-10 minutes). Drain and reserve ½ cup pasta water.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken breasts 5-6 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (165°F internal temperature). Remove and let rest.
  4. Lower heat to medium. Sauté minced garlic in the skillet for 1 minute until fragrant.
  5. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 minutes to release flavor.
  6. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping browned bits. Reduce for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and simmer gently for 4-5 minutes until sauce thickens slightly.
  8. Add Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir until cheese melts and sauce is creamy. Adjust salt and pepper to taste.
  9. Slice rested chicken into strips and add back to the pan. Toss in cooked pasta and mix to coat evenly. Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen sauce.
  10. Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

Do not move chicken too much while searing to get a golden crust. Stir cream sauce gently to avoid curdling. Use reserved pasta water to adjust sauce consistency. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.

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

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