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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Make the viral Marry Me Chicken Pasta in one pot! This creamy, cheesy, 30-minute recipe with sun-dried tomatoes and spinach is an easy, weeknight family favorite.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 28 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-inspired Family One Pot
Calories: 809
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken and Sauce Base
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil or oil from sun-dried tomato jar
  • 650 g 1.4 lb Boneless & skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 Garlic cloves peeled and crushed
  • 170 g 6 oz Sun-dried tomatoes, drained and very finely chopped
  • 1 tsp Dried oregano
  • 2 tsp Paprika
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 250 g 9 oz Dried pasta (sturdy shape like penne or fusilli)
  • 650 ml 2.75 cups Chicken stock
For the Creamy Finish
  • 150 ml 0.75 cups Double cream (or heavy cream)
  • 120 g 4 oz Baby spinach
  • 50 g 2 oz Parmesan cheese, grated

Method
 

  1. In a large, deep pan, heat the oil over a medium heat, then add the chicken pieces and pepper. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring until the chicken starts to color.
  2. Reduce the heat, then add the garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and paprika. Stir and cook for 3–5 minutes until the garlic is soft.
  3. Add the pasta and chicken stock. Stir well to combine, cover with a lid, and cook for 15–20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is cooked and most liquid is absorbed.
  4. Turn the heat to the lowest setting, then stir in the spinach and the cream. Stir well for 1–3 minutes until the spinach wilts and the cream is heated through.
  5. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the grated Parmesan cheese. Check if you need to add more salt or pepper, then serve immediately.