Marry Me Chicken Pasta {One Pot Recipe} Recipe
This Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a rich and comforting one-pot recipe featuring tender chicken pieces cooked with sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and aromatic spices, combined with creamy double cream, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese for a luscious pasta dish perfect for a quick yet satisfying meal in just 30 minutes.
- 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 Seasonings
- 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
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Pasta and Sauce
- 250 g Dried pasta
- 650 ml Chicken stock
- 150 ml Double cream
- 50 g Parmesan (grated)
- 120 g Spinach
Instructions
- Cook the chicken: In a large, deep frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat until hot. Carefully add the bite-sized chicken pieces along with a good sprinkling of freshly ground black pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until all sides start to colour and the chicken begins to brown.
- Sauté aromatics: Reduce the heat to low-medium and add the crushed garlic, finely chopped sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, and paprika to the pan. Stir continuously for 3 to 5 minutes until the garlic softens and the flavors meld together.
- Cook the pasta: Add the dried pasta and chicken stock to the pan, stirring everything thoroughly to combine. Cover with a lid and cook for 15 to 20 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until the pasta is tender and most of the liquid has been absorbed by the pasta and chicken.
- Add spinach and cream: Lower the heat to the lowest setting, then add the fresh spinach and double cream. Stir vigorously for 1 to 3 minutes until the spinach has wilted and the cream is heated through. Check that the chicken is fully cooked, and season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Finish with Parmesan: Turn off the heat and immediately stir in the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and incorporated, creating a rich and creamy sauce. Serve warm and enjoy your delicious one-pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta.
Notes
- Use a large, deep frying pan or skillet with a lid to ensure even cooking of pasta and chicken in one pot.
- For a lighter dish, you can substitute double cream with half-and-half or a lighter cream.
- If chicken stock is not available, vegetable stock or water with added seasoning can be used.
- Stir occasionally during pasta cooking to prevent sticking and to evenly distribute heat.
- Adjust the seasoning and paprika quantity based on your spice preference.
- The recipe serves 4 adults as a main course.
