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Marry Me Chicken Pasta – Creamy Garlic Parmesan Dish

A rich and creamy one-pot pasta dish featuring pan-seared Italian-seasoned chicken simmered in a garlic Parmesan sun-dried tomato sauce, combined with pasta and spinach for a comforting and flavorful meal.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, chopped
  • 2 cups chicken broth or water
  • 8 ounces pasta (penne or mafaldine recommended)
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add chicken pieces and sprinkle with Italian seasoning. Cook until chicken is seared and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and set aside.
  2. In the same pot, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
  3. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir to combine.
  4. Add dry pasta to the pot and toss with garlic butter and sun-dried tomatoes.
  5. Pour in chicken broth or water, bring to a simmer, and cook pasta until al dente, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the pot along with fresh spinach. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Cook until sauce thickens slightly and spinach wilts, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Serve garnished with fresh basil leaves.

Notes

This one-pot recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner. For extra flavor and texture, consider adding sautéed mushrooms or a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes. Use freshly grated Parmesan for the best creamy sauce consistency.

  • Author: Sophie Lane
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Method: Main Course
  • Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 650
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 35g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 50g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 45g
  • Cholesterol: 140mg