Marry Me Chicken Pasta (One Pot Recipe) Recipe
This one-pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta combines tender chicken breast with sun-dried tomatoes, creamy sauce, and spinach, all cooked together with pasta for a quick and flavorful meal perfect for busy weeknights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Ingredients
Chicken and Sauce
- 650 g Boneless & skinless chicken breast (About 4 breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves (Peeled and crushed)
- 170 g Sun dried tomatoes (Drained and very finely chopped)
- 1 tsp Oregano
- 2 tsp Paprika
Pasta and Liquids
- 250 g Dried pasta
- 650 ml Chicken stock
- 150 ml Double cream
Finishing Touches
- 50 g Parmesan (Grated)
- 120 g Spinach
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a large, deep frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. When hot, add the bite-sized chicken pieces and season generously with freshly ground black pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all sides of the chicken begin to brown.
- Add aromatics and spices: Reduce heat to low-medium and add the crushed garlic, finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and paprika to the pan. Stir continuously for 3-5 minutes until the garlic softens and releases its fragrance.
- Cook pasta with stock: Add the dried pasta to the pan and pour in the chicken stock. Stir everything together well, then cover the pan with a lid. Allow to cook over medium heat for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed.
- Finish with spinach and cream: Reduce the heat to the lowest setting. Add the spinach and double cream to the pan and stir thoroughly for 1-3 minutes until the spinach has wilted and the cream is warmed. Check that the chicken is fully cooked through and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if desired.
- Add parmesan and serve: Turn off the heat and stir in the grated parmesan cheese until fully incorporated. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use olive oil for a healthier fat option. You can substitute with butter for a richer flavor.
- The choice of pasta can vary; penne, fusilli, or farfalle work well for this recipe.
- If chicken stock is unavailable, vegetable stock or water with a stock cube can be used.
- Spinach can be substituted with kale or Swiss chard for a different green flavor.
- Adjust cream quantity for a lighter or richer sauce depending on preference.
- Make sure to stir occasionally during pasta cooking to prevent sticking and uneven cooking.
