Marry Me Chicken Pasta: A Love Story on a Plate
This Marry Me Chicken Pasta recipe is a delicious and romantic dish that’s perfect for a special occasion or a date night. Learn how to make this creamy and flavorful pasta with our step-by-step guide
Ingredients
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- 8 ounces uncooked pasta
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 tablespoon flour
- 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1/3 cup dry white wine or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy/whipping cream
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups cooked/rotisserie chicken, shredded
- 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese + more for serving
- 1 small handful fresh basil, torn/chopped
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Pasta: Boil a salted pot of water for the pasta and cook it al dente according to package directions.
- Make the Roux: When the pasta is about 10 minutes away from being done, add the butter to a skillet over medium heat. Once it melts, sprinkle the flour in and cook for about a minute, stirring often.
- Build the Sauce: Add in the garlic, tomato paste, and wine. Give it a good stir and let it bubble for about one minute. Whisk in the cream, then stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, and chicken, and cook it for a few minutes until the sauce has thickened to your liking.
- Finish the Sauce: Stir in the parmesan and basil and take the skillet off the heat. Season generously with salt & pepper.
- Combine with Pasta: Prior to draining the pasta, reserve some of the hot pasta water. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss until coated. If needed, pour in a splash of the hot pasta water to the sauce to thin it out a bit.
- Serve: Serve immediately with more parmesan if desired.