Description
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a comforting one-pot meal featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and creamy spinach sauce, all cooked with pasta in a rich chicken stock and finished with Parmesan cheese. It’s perfect for a quick and flavorful dinner that requires minimal cleanup.
Ingredients
Chicken and Seasoning
- 650 g Boneless & skinless chicken breast (About 4 breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves (Peeled and crushed)
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 2 tsp Paprika
- Freshly ground black pepper
Vegetables and Herbs
- 170 g Sun dried tomatoes (Drained and very finely chopped)
- 120 g Spinach
Pasta and Dairy
- 250 g Dried pasta
- 650 ml Chicken stock
- 150 ml Double cream
- 50 g Parmesan (Grated)
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: In a large, deep frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When hot, add the chicken pieces along with a good sprinkling of freshly ground black pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all sides of the chicken pieces start to color and brown.
- Add Aromatics and Spices: Reduce the heat to low-medium and add the crushed garlic, finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and paprika. Stir the mixture continuously for 3 to 5 minutes, allowing the garlic to soften and the flavors to meld.
- Cook Pasta in Stock: Add the dried pasta and chicken stock to the pan, stirring everything together thoroughly. Cover the pan with a lid and cook for 15 to 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is fully cooked and most of the liquid has been absorbed by the pasta.
- Add Spinach and Cream: Lower the heat to the lowest setting. Add the fresh spinach and double cream to the pan. Stir vigorously for 1 to 3 minutes until the spinach has wilted completely and the cream is heated through. Check that the chicken is cooked through, and season with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
- Finish with Parmesan: Turn off the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until it melts into the sauce, creating a creamy, rich texture ready to serve.
Notes
- Use good quality olive oil for better flavor.
- Choose pasta shapes like penne or fusilli that hold the sauce well.
- If you prefer a lower fat option, replace double cream with light cream or a blend of milk and cream.
- Sun-dried tomatoes add a robust tanginess—ensure they are well-drained to avoid excess moisture.
- Chicken stock can be substituted with vegetable stock to make a lighter version.
- Stir occasionally during pasta cooking to prevent sticking or burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American