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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

This creamy and comforting Marry Me Chicken Pasta brings together tender seasoned chicken, rich sun‑dried tomato sauce, and silky Parmesan‑infused cream—all tossed with bow‑tie pasta. Simple yet impressive, it’s perfect for cosy dinners or special evenings at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Main
Cuisine Comfort Food, Italian-Inspired
Servings 4 servings
Calories 680 kcal

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Saucepan (for pasta)
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing spoon

Ingredients
  

Chicken & Seasoning

  • 3 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 3/4 tbsp smoked sweet paprika
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp sun‑dried tomato oil

Pasta & Sauce

  • 12 oz farfalle pasta
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp dried shallots
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp minced onion
  • 3 tbsp gluten‑free flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1/4 cup sun‑dried tomatoes diced
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup spinach diced
  • fresh basil chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

  • Season the chicken with smoked sweet paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper.
  • Heat the sun‑dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the seasoned chicken thighs about 3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and let rest.
  • Cook the farfalle pasta in boiling salted water until al dente, drain, and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté shallots, minced garlic, onion, and sun‑dried tomatoes until fragrant.
  • Add tomato paste, Italian seasoning, salt, and paprika. Stir to combine.
  • Sprinkle in gluten‑free flour and stir for a minute. Gradually pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring until the sauce begins to thicken.
  • Add the spinach and cook until wilted. Stir in the Parmesan cheese until creamy.
  • Dice the rested chicken and add it and the cooked pasta to the skillet. Toss gently to coat everything in the creamy sauce.
  • Garnish with fresh basil and serve warm.

Notes

This dish pairs beautifully with garlic bread or a fresh green salad. Use the pasta water if the sauce thickens too much, and add extra veggies if desired.

Nutrition

Calories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 36gFat: 36gSaturated Fat: 20gCholesterol: 130mgSodium: 920mgPotassium: 720mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1080IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 240mgIron: 4mg
Keyword Chicken Pasta, creamy, easy dinner, one-pan, Sun‑Dried Tomatoes
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