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Marry Me Chicken Pasta in a creamy sun-dried tomato sauce in a cast iron skillet

Tasty Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Tender chicken and penne pasta in a creamy sun-dried tomato parmesan sauce.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 32 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 800
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 10 oz penne pasta
  • 1 cup drained sun-dried tomatoes oil-packed
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 2 tsp dried Italian seasoning
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 3 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 2 tsp minced garlic
  • Fresh basil for garnish

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Large pot

Method
 

  1. Boil the penne pasta in a large pot of salted water according to package instructions until al dente. Drain the pasta and set it aside.
  2. Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 6 to 8 minutes until no longer pink. Transfer the chicken to a plate.
  3. Melt the butter in the same skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in the flour and whisk for 1 minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Add the parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Simmer until the sauce thickens.
  5. Add the cooked chicken and pasta back into the skillet. Stir well to coat everything in the sauce.
  6. Garnish with fresh basil before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat with a splash of broth.