Description
A delightful chicken pasta dish with creamy sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and rich flavors that brings comfort and warmth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breast (sliced or cubed)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed, drained and chopped)
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp dried Italian seasoning
- ½ lb (8 oz) penne pasta
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper to taste.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5 to 7 minutes. Remove the chicken and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt the butter and sauté minced garlic for approximately 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Sprinkle in the flour and whisk constantly for 1 to 2 minutes to create a roux.
- Gradually add chicken broth and heavy cream, whisking to prevent lumps. Stir until the sauce thickens.
- Add freshly grated parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce.
- Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, smoked paprika, and Italian seasoning, letting it simmer for a few minutes.
- Return the seared chicken to the skillet to simmer in the sauce.
- Prepare penne pasta according to package directions, aiming for al dente, then drain.
- Toss the pasta into the chicken and sauce mixture until well-coated.
- Garnish with chopped fresh basil before serving.
Notes
For best results, use freshly grated parmesan cheese and reserved pasta water to adjust the sauce’s consistency if needed.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken, Chicken Pasta, Italian Pasta, Comfort Food
