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Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe

4.9 from 15 reviews

Creamy and flavorful, this Marry Me Chicken Pasta is sure to win over your taste buds and your heart. Tender chicken, al dente pasta, and a rich, cheesy sauce come together in this indulgent dish that’s perfect for a cozy night in.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken:

  • 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 (from the jar of sun dried tomatoes)

For the Pasta:

  • 12 oz farfalle pasta
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp dried shallots
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp minced onion
  • 3 tbsp Bob’s Red Mill 1:1 gluten free flour
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan
  • 1/4 cup diced sun dried tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup diced spinach
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 tsp smoked sweet paprika
  • 1/2 tsp salt

For Garnish:

  • Chopped fresh basil

Instructions

  1. Chicken

    1. Wash the chicken and pat it dry with paper towels. 2. In a medium bowl, coat the chicken with paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. 3. Heat the sun dried tomato oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Then, sear the chicken for 3 minutes on both sides. 4. Reduce the heat to medium-low and place a lid on the pan. Then, cook the chicken thighs for 6 to 10 more minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees. 5. Set the chicken aside to cool while you make the rest of the dish.

  2. Pasta

    1. Boil the pasta according to the package directions for al dente. Then, drain it and set aside. 2. Melt the butter in the pan and sauté the dried shallots, minced onion, minced garlic, sun dried tomatoes, and tomato paste with the pasta seasonings on medium-low heat for 2 minutes until fragrant. 3. Add the flour and stir to combine. 4. Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and spinach. Cook until the sauce thickens and the spinach wilts. 5. Add the parmesan cheese and stir until creamy. 6. Dice the cooled chicken into bite-size pieces. 7. Combine the chicken and pasta in the skillet, garnish with fresh basil, and serve.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine.
  • Feel free to customize the dish by adding your favorite vegetables or protein.

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