Marry me pasta recipe for four
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This recipe makes four portions of creamy sun-dried tomato chicken pasta. It is a stovetop meal with no baking required.
Ingredients
Penne pasta
12 ounces
Boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 pound
Kosher salt
1 teaspoon
Black pepper
1/2 teaspoon
Olive oil
1 tablespoon
Unsalted butter
2 tablespoons
Garlic cloves
3
Sun-dried tomatoes in oil
1/2 cup, chopped
Heavy cream
1 1/4 cups
Chicken broth
1/2 cup
Parmesan cheese
3/4 cup, grated
Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon
Crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon
Fresh basil
1/4 cup, torn
How to make it
- Cook penne in salted water; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water. 2. Season and sear chicken in oil, then slice it. 3. Melt butter and cook garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. 4. Add cream, broth, Parmesan, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes; simmer until thickened. 5. Toss in pasta and chicken, loosening with pasta water as needed. Finish with basil.
Who this list is for
This list is designed for anyone preparing Marry Me Pasta with sun-dried tomatoes for four people. It’s ideal for cooks looking for a stovetop chicken pasta dish that’s creamy, flavorful, and quick enough for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal at home.
How to use this list
Work through the list by first checking your kitchen for staples like olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Then shop for penne pasta, boneless skinless chicken breasts, unsalted butter, garlic cloves, sun-dried tomatoes in oil, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and fresh basil. Prepare your ingredients before you start cooking: chop the sun-dried tomatoes, grate the Parmesan, and tear the basil. Cook the pasta and chicken as directed, then add the remaining ingredients in the order listed for best results.
Common mistakes
Don’t substitute sun-dried tomatoes packed dry for those in oil; the oil-packed kind gives a richer flavor and texture. Avoid using pre-grated Parmesan from a can—it won’t melt smoothly. Skimping on heavy cream or using milk can make the sauce thin. Don’t forget to season the chicken with kosher salt and black pepper before browning.
What is on this list
This list includes penne pasta, chicken breasts, kosher salt, black pepper, olive oil, unsalted butter, garlic cloves, sun-dried tomatoes in oil, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and fresh basil. Cross off what you already have, especially pantry items like oil and spices. Make sure your sun-dried tomatoes are in oil, and your cream is fresh.
Before you go
Before shopping, check your fridge for leftover heavy cream or Parmesan. Look in your pantry for penne, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes. After shopping, refrigerate the chicken, cream, and basil. On cooking day, set out all ingredients in advance so you can work smoothly from stovetop to table.
FAQ
Who is "Marry me pasta recipe for four" for?
This list is designed for anyone preparing Marry Me Pasta with sun-dried tomatoes for four people. It’s ideal for cooks looking for a stovetop chicken pasta dish that’s creamy, flavorful, and quick enough for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion meal at home.
How should I use "Marry me pasta recipe for four"?
Work through the list by first checking your kitchen for staples like olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper. Then shop for penne pasta, boneless skinless chicken breasts, unsalted butter, garlic cloves, sun-dried tomatoes in oil, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and fresh basil. Prepare your ingre…
What should I skip or avoid with "Marry me pasta recipe for four"?
Don’t substitute sun-dried tomatoes packed dry for those in oil; the oil-packed kind gives a richer flavor and texture. Avoid using pre-grated Parmesan from a can—it won’t melt smoothly. Skimping on heavy cream or using milk can make the sauce thin. Don’t forget to season the chicken with kosher salt and black pepper before browning.
What is on the "Marry me pasta recipe for four" list?
This list includes penne pasta, chicken breasts, kosher salt, black pepper, olive oil, unsalted butter, garlic cloves, sun-dried tomatoes in oil, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, crushed red pepper flakes, and fresh basil. Cross off what you already have, especially pantry items like oil and spices. Make sure your sun-dried to…
What should I do before I go?
Before shopping, check your fridge for leftover heavy cream or Parmesan. Look in your pantry for penne, chicken broth, and red pepper flakes. After shopping, refrigerate the chicken, cream, and basil. On cooking day, set out all ingredients in advance so you can work smoothly from stovetop to table.
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