Best Marry Me Chicken Pasta (Print-Friendly Version)
Tender chicken and pasta in rich cream sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan for a flavorful meal.
# Ingredients You’ll Need:
→ Chicken
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1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts, sliced into thin cutlets
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Pan Sauce and Pasta
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2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
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8 ounces penne or rigatoni pasta
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
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1 cup heavy cream
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1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
# How to Make It:
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Season chicken cutlets on both sides with salt and pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add 1 tablespoon olive oil. Sear chicken pieces until golden brown and cooked through, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm.
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In a large pot, bring salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of pasta cooking water, then drain pasta.
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In the same skillet, add remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and sauce is smooth. If needed, add several tablespoons of reserved pasta water to thin the sauce to your preferred consistency. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
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Slice cooked chicken. Return chicken and drained pasta to the skillet. Toss well to fully coat with the cream sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan or freshly chopped basil, if desired.
# Extra Tips:
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For best results, cook the chicken in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan and ensure even browning.
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Reserve some pasta cooking water to help adjust the sauce consistency as needed.