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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

A delightful dish combining creamy sauce, tender chicken, and delicious pasta, perfect for impressing loved ones.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 750
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Sauce Ingredients
  • 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 Use broth for a non-alcoholic version
  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream Can substitute with coconut milk for dairy-free version
  • 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes Adjust to taste
  • 2 cups cooked rotisserie chicken, shredded Can replace with fresh chicken if preferred
  • 1/3 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese Plus more for serving
  • 1 small handful fresh basil, torn or chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Method
 

Cooking the Pasta
  1. Boil a salted pot of water for the pasta. Cook it al dente according to package directions.
Making the Sauce
  1. About 10 minutes before the pasta is done, add the butter to a skillet over medium heat. Let it melt.
  2. Sprinkle in the flour and cook for about a minute, stirring often.
  3. Add in the minced garlic, tomato paste, and wine; stir and let bubble for about one minute.
  4. Whisk in the cream, then stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, and shredded chicken. Cook for a few minutes until the sauce thickens to your liking.
  5. Stir in the parmesan and basil, then season with salt and pepper.
Combining and Serving
  1. Reserve some hot pasta water before draining the pasta. Add the drained pasta to the skillet and toss to coat.
  2. If needed, add a splash of hot pasta water to thin the sauce.
  3. Serve immediately with additional parmesan if desired.

Notes

Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. To reheat, warm it up in a skillet or microwave, adding a bit of cream or pasta water if necessary.