Description
Welcome to an irresistible pasta experience with this Marry Me Chicken Pasta! If you’re a fan of rich, creamy dinners, this recipe is bound to become your favorite. Let’s create a comforting dish that combines garlic, parmesan, and tomato flavors to enchant your taste buds. Perfect for any dinner table, it’s the ultimate recipe to win hearts—one bite at a time.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz pasta (rigatoni or farfalle recommended)
- 2 tbsp butter
- ½ tbsp flour
- 3–4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- ⅓ cup dry white wine (or chicken broth as a substitute)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken
- ⅓ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
- Fresh basil, torn or chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Optional Substitutions: Use gluten-free pasta or dairy-free cream for dietary preferences.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Pasta
- Boil a pot of salted water and cook pasta until al dente. Reserve some pasta water before draining.
Step 2: Start the Sauce
- Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add flour, stirring for one minute to create a roux.
Step 3: Build the Flavors
- Stir in garlic, tomato paste, and white wine. Let the mixture bubble and simmer for about one minute.
Step 4: Add the Creamy Components
- Whisk in heavy cream, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Add shredded chicken and cook until the sauce thickens.
Step 5: Final Touches
- Stir in parmesan and fresh basil. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, coating evenly. Thin with pasta water if needed.
Serve hot with a sprinkle of parmesan.
Equipment
2Pcs Heart Shape Cake Pans, Aluminum Heart Cake Mold, Reusable 10 inch
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- Always use freshly grated parmesan for the best flavor and texture.
- Reserve pasta water—it’s great for adjusting the sauce consistency.
- Experiment with adding fresh spinach for extra greens.