How to Make Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Chicken Breast (skinless, boneless, about 6‑8 oz each)
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 0.5 tsp Crushed Red Pepper Flakes
• 1 tsp Oregano (dried)
• 0.5 tsp Salt (or to taste)
• 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (extra‑virgin preferred)
• 1 medium Yellow Onion (sliced thin)
• 3 cloves Garlic (sliced thin)
• 0.33 cup Sun‑Dried Tomatoes (chopped, oil‑packed preferred)
• 2 cup Chicken Stock (low‑sodium)
• 1 cup Heavy Cream (35% milkfat)
• 12 oz Pasta (penne, rigatoni, or fusilli work well)
• 0.5 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)
• 2 tbsp Parmesan Cheese (freshly grated, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Season the Chicken

   Pat the chicken breasts dry, then sprinkle both sides with garlic powder, onion powder, chili flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Rub gently to coat evenly.

   Time: PT5M

2. Sear the Chicken

   Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat until shimmering. Add the chicken breasts and cook 5‑6 minutes per side, until golden brown and lightly cooked through.

   Time: PT6M

   Temperature: medium‑high

3. Sauté Aromatics

   Remove chicken to a plate. Add the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to the same pan. Toss in the sliced onion, sliced garlic, and chopped sundried tomatoes. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 2‑3 minutes until fragrant and the onion begins to soften.

   Time: PT3M

   Temperature: medium

4. Build the Creamy Sauce

   Pour in the chicken stock, bring to a gentle simmer, then stir in the heavy cream. Return the seared chicken breasts to the pan, cover, and let simmer for 15‑20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce thickens slightly.

   Time: PT20M

   Temperature: simmer

5. Cook the Pasta

   While the sauce simmers, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions until al dente, usually 10‑12 minutes. Reserve ½ cup of pasta water, then drain.

   Time: PT12M

   Temperature: boiling

6. Finish the Dish

   Remove the chicken breasts, slice them thinly on the bias, and set aside. Add the cooked pasta directly into the sauce, tossing to coat. Stir in the chopped parsley and adjust seasoning with salt or pepper if needed.

   Time: PT5M

7. Plate and Garnish

   Divide the pasta among serving plates, arrange sliced chicken on top, and finish with a generous sprinkle of grated Parmesan and extra parsley if desired.

   Time: PT0M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

610

Protein

35 g

Carbohydrates

55 g

Fat

25 g

Fiber

3 g