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Creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe Easy Tuscan Flair Dinner

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A rich and luscious creamy chicken pasta with Tuscan flair featuring sun-dried tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a silky Parmesan sauce. Perfect for cozy date nights or casual gatherings.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb / 450 g), pounded to even thickness
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
  • ½ cup dry white wine (like Pinot Grigio), optional but recommended
  • 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 8 oz fettuccine or linguine pasta
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, optional for finishing sauce

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken breasts dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper. Pound them gently with a meat mallet or rolling pin until about ½ inch thick for even cooking. (5 minutes)
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add 8 oz of fettuccine and cook according to package instructions until al dente (about 10-12 minutes). Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water. (10-12 minutes)
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook 4-5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature 165 °F). Remove chicken and set aside to rest. (10 minutes)
  4. Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic to the same skillet and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and stir for 1 minute. (2 minutes)
  5. Pour in ½ cup dry white wine, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Let the wine reduce by half, about 3-4 minutes. (4 minutes)
  6. Stir in 1 cup chicken broth and 1 cup heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer and let thicken slightly, about 5 minutes. (5 minutes)
  7. Whisk in ¾ cup freshly grated Parmesan until melted and smooth. Add chopped basil and parsley, stirring gently. For extra velvety finish, swirl in 1 tablespoon unsalted butter off heat. (3 minutes)
  8. Slice rested chicken into strips or bite-sized pieces and add to the sauce. Toss in cooked pasta and stir to coat evenly. If sauce is too thick, add reserved pasta water a tablespoon at a time until desired consistency. (3 minutes)
  9. Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh herbs if desired. (2 minutes)

Notes

Do not rush the wine reduction step to layer flavor. If sauce starts to separate, add a splash of pasta water and stir gently. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with almond or coconut cream and Parmesan with nutritional yeast. For gluten-free, use gluten-free pasta.

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Keywords: creamy chicken pasta, marry me chicken, Tuscan pasta, sun-dried tomatoes, easy dinner, creamy sauce, fettuccine, romantic dinner

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