Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe

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Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe – Creamy, Dreamy & Absolutely Irresistible

If you’re looking for a pasta dish that feels luxurious, comforting, and restaurant-worthy, this Marry Me Chicken Pasta is the perfect choice. Made with juicy pan-seared chicken, a silky parmesan cream sauce, and flavorful sun-dried tomatoes, this recipe truly lives up to its romantic name — one bite and you’ll fall in love!

This pasta is rich, creamy, full of flavor, and comes together in under 30 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions.

 Why It's Called “Marry Me” Chicken Pasta

The dish got its name because it’s so delicious, people jokingly say it could trigger a marriage proposal!
The creamy parmesan sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, herbs, and tender chicken make a combination that’s simply irresistible.





 Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Chicken

  • 2 large chicken breasts

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tbsp butter

  • 1 tsp paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Sauce

  • 5–6 garlic cloves, minced

  • ¾ cup heavy cream (fresh cream works too)

  • ½ cup chicken broth

  • ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)

  • ¼ cup parmesan cheese (freshly grated)

  • ½ tsp red chilli flakes

  • 1 tsp Italian seasoning (or basil + oregano mix)

  • Salt & pepper, to taste

For the Pasta

  • 250g spaghetti, fettuccine, or penne

  • Salt for boiling

  • 1 tsp olive oil

Garnish

  • Fresh basil or parsley

  • Extra parmesan

 How to Make Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Step 1: Cook the Pasta

  1. Boil water with salt and 1 tsp olive oil.

  2. Add your pasta and cook until al dente.

  3. Reserve ½ cup pasta water, drain the rest, and set aside.

Step 2: Season and Sear the Chicken

  1. Pat the chicken dry.

  2. Season with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.

  3. Heat olive oil + butter in a pan over medium-high heat.

  4. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side until golden.

  5. Remove and set aside (it will finish in the sauce).

Step 3: Make the Iconic Marry Me Sauce

  1. In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.

  2. Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan.

  3. Add heavy cream and mix.

  4. Stir in parmesan until it melts smoothly.

  5. Add sun-dried tomatoes, chilli flakes, Italian seasoning, salt & pepper.

  6. Simmer for 2 minutes until thick and creamy.

Step 4: Combine Everything

  1. Slice the chicken or keep it whole — your choice.

  2. Add it into the sauce and cook for 5–7 minutes.

  3. Add the cooked pasta into the pan.

  4. Toss gently so the pasta absorbs the creamy sauce.

  5. Adjust thickness using pasta water (optional).

Step 5: Serve

Top with:

  • Fresh basil or parsley

  • Extra parmesan

  • A squeeze of lemon (optional but amazing!)

Serve warm and enjoy the creamiest, most delicious pasta ever.

 Tips to Make It Perfect

  • Pound thick chicken breasts for even cooking.

  • Use oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes — they add more flavor.

  • Add extra parmesan to thicken the sauce.

  • Add pasta water if the sauce gets too thick.

  • You can swap chicken breasts with chicken thighs for juiciness.


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