Is this recipe spicy?

Spicy seems like a stretch. Zesty is more like it! But, taste is totally subjective. Feel free to dial the heat up or down by adding more or less red pepper flakes to taste.

Can I make Marry Me chicken without sun dried tomatoes?

Sure! Roasted red peppers are a great substitute for sun-dried tomatoes. They bring a smoky sweetness to the sauce and complement the other ingredients beautifully.

What’s the secret to getting pasta sauce to stick to the noodles?

The secret to getting that mouthwatering pasta sauce to stick to the noodles is all about cooking the pasta "al dente" — not too soft, not too firm. When draining the pasta, save a cup of the starchy pasta water. Then, toss the drained pasta directly into a hot skillet with the sauce. The starchy water helps the sauce cling to the noodles, making every bite super tasty and saucy. Oh, and don't forget to serve it right away for the best results. That's it! You'll have a plate of perfectly coated, scrumptious pasta in no time! 🍝😁

What’s the best way to store and reheat Marry Me chicken pasta?

You can store leftover chicken and pasta in an airtight container. It will keep best for up to 5 days! When reheating this yummy dish, I recommend doing it in a pan on the stove over gentle heat. Be sure to add a little extra chicken stock or cream to liven the creamy sun-dried tomato sauce back up!

Marry Me Chicken Pasta - Wellness by Kay

Description

If you believe that food is the way into your lover’s heart, you’re going to fall head over heels for this Marry Me Chicken Pasta. Fair warning, though: making a batch of this rich and creamy sundried tomato chicken pasta might just inspire your partner to pop the question.

Ingredients

Scale

12 oz dry pasta
1–2 tbsp olive oil
2 large chicken breasts
1 tsp dried basil
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 tsp dried thyme
1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
5 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1/4 cup chopped sun dried tomatoes
1 1/2 cup chicken stock
1 cup half & half
1/2 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Fresh basil

Instructions

First boil the pasta according to the package directions. Reserve some pasta water, drain, and set aside.
Meanwhile, add the seasonings to a small bowl – dried basil, dried oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Combine thoroughly.
Add half of the seasoning mix to the chicken breasts. Rub it into both sides thoroughly.
Next add the olive oil to a large skillet or pan on the stove over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the seasoned chicken breasts. Sear on each side for about 5-7 minutes, until golden brown. Once seared, remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
Add the minced garlic and chopped sun dried tomatoes to the same skillet. Optional: Add a splash of the sun dried tomato oil as well. Turn the heat to low and sauté for 1-2 minutes.
Add the chicken stock and deglaze the bottom of the pan, scraping up any brown bits.
Next add in the half & half and parmesan cheese. Keep the heat on low and slowly melt the cheese into the sauce. To do this as best as possible make sure the cheese is at room temperature before adding and the heat is low. I also recommend adding the cheese bit by bit, not all at once, and stirring frequently.
Once the cheese is thoroughly melted into the sauce, raise the heat to medium and bring the sauce to a simmer. Once simmering, mix the remaining half of the seasoning mix into the sauce. Place the seared chicken back into the skillet. Simmer on medium heat for 5-10 minutes. The exact time will depend on the thickness of your chicken breasts. Then remove the chicken. Keep the sauce at a gentle simmer while you are cooking the chicken – you don’t want it to reduce too much and get too thick. Oppositely, if your sauce is not thickening to your liking keep simmering after the chicken has been removed … it will thicken it just may take some time.
Next add the cooked pasta to the sauce. Combine thoroughly. Add any leftover pasta water to your desired sauce consistency. Slice the chicken breasts and place back on the top of the pasta. Garnish with fresh basil and extra shredded parmesan cheese.
Serve and enjoy!

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