Marry Me Chicken Pasta (Print-Friendly Recipe)
Chicken and pasta tossed in creamy sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan for a delicious dinner option.
# Ingredients List:
→ Main Components
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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
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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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 both sides of the chicken cutlets with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sear the chicken until golden and fully cooked, approximately 3 to 4 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a plate and keep warm.
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Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Reserve 1/2 cup of the pasta cooking water, then drain.
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In the same skillet used for chicken, add the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 to 2 minutes.
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Pour in the heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth. If the sauce is too thick, gradually add reserved pasta water until desired consistency is achieved. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper as needed.
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Slice the cooked chicken and return to the skillet along with the drained pasta. Toss to thoroughly coat in the sauce. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese or chopped fresh basil as desired.
# Extra Information:
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If sauce becomes too thick, adjust by adding additional reserved pasta water in small amounts until ideal consistency is reached.