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Marry Me Chicken Pasta: The Viral Recipe That Lives Up to Its Name

This creamy sun-dried tomato pasta dish has taken social media by storm and delivers restaurant-quality flavor with surprising ease. It comes together in one pan and is perfect for date night or any weeknight dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 580
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 8 oz pasta (penne, fettuccine, or your favorite shape)
  • 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Cook the pasta according to package directions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  2. While pasta cooks, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken pieces with salt and pepper, then cook until golden brown and cooked through (about 6-8 minutes). Remove chicken and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute.
  4. Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan, scraping up any browned bits. Add heavy cream, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes if using. Bring to a simmer.
  5. Reduce heat to low and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and sauce has thickened slightly.
  6. Return cooked chicken to the skillet along with the cooked pasta. Toss everything together until well coated in the creamy sauce.
  7. Garnish with fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese before serving.

Notes

Use the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes to cook the chicken for added depth of flavor. The dish reheats beautifully and can be stored for up to 3 days. Add pasta water or extra chicken broth if the sauce becomes too thick.