Easy Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Introducing the irresistible dish that’s sure to sweep your loved one off their feet:
Marry Me Chicken Pasta. This creamy, savory pasta dish is infused with flavors
that will leave you wanting more. It looks hard to make, but in reality, it’s anything but!

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My mom made something like Marry Me Chicken before it became a thing. Only she used boneless chicken thighs and didn’t make a sauce (Does that make it a don’t marry me chicken?). Naturally, I’ve also made that chicken before. Once I saw a few recipes of this trendy chicken recipe, it wasn’t hard to come up with my own version.

What is Marry Me Chicken?

Marry Me Chicken is a dish that has gained popularity in recent years for its rich flavors and romantic connotations. The name “Marry Me Chicken” suggests a dish so delicious that it might just inspire a marriage proposal. It’s a testament to the dish’s ability to evoke feelings of love and romance through its indulgent flavors and comforting qualities.

The recipe typically consists of pan-seared chicken breasts cooked in a creamy sauce with garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning, all served over pasta. Here is my version of this viral dish. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do.

Ingredients for Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Chicken Breasts – you could also use boneless, skinless chicken thighs. Though I didn’t test the recipe with them, they do come out well when dredged in flour and fried.

Flour – for dredging chicken in.

Herbs for sprinkling on Chicken – Garlic powder, Italian seasoning/herbs, Salt and Pepper.

For the sauce –

• Garlic
• Onions
• Sun-dried tomatoes in oil
• White wine
• Chicken stock/broth
• Heavy whipping cream
• Flour (just use what’s leftover from dredging the chicken)
• Seasonings – Oregano, salt and pepper
• Fresh Basil – for garnish
• Parmesan cheese – optional, extra flavor

Pasta – I used Trigatelli Pasta from Barilla which looks like 3 tubes put together and resembles a cloverleaf. I loved the texture of it in this dish. Any other thick, short type of pasta, like Penne or Rigatoni would also work here.

How to Make Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Pasta

Bring a pot of water to boil for cooking your pasta. Once the water is boiling, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. My particular pasta was ready in 9 minutes. Drain and set aside.

Marry Me Chicken

Using a dutch oven, heat up the olive oil. If you’re making half the amount, a skillet will work, too. I don’t have a skillet big enough for making the full amount, so I usually make it in a dutch oven. (Note: the pictures were done making half the amounts, hence the skillet).

Cut chicken breasts lengthwise in half. Sprinkle both sides of the breasts with the chicken seasonings: salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and black pepper. The chicken should be well-covered in seasonings/herbs.

Add flour to a bowl and dredge the seasoned chicken in the flour. Fry the chicken in the olive oil for 2-3 minutes per side or until the chicken is golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside on a separate plate. Don’t overcrowd the pan (fry in batches if needed).

Sauce

Start off by mincing the the garlic and finely chopping the onions and sun-dried tomatoes. Also, chiffonade (thinly slice) the basil leaves. Set everything aside. This prep can also be done as the chicken is frying to save time.

Once the chicken is done frying, add the chopped onion and sauté for 2-3 minutes or until soft.

Add in the minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Heat through until the garlic starts to become fragrant.

Add the wine and let it cook down until almost nothing is left. Add 2 tablespoons of flour to the pan (you can use the leftover flour from dredging the chicken as it all gets thoroughly cooked). Adding more will give you a thicker sauce. Adding less will give you a more runny sauce. Mix until well combined and no white flour spots are visible. Note, the mixture will be thick.

Slowly add the heavy whipping cream, whisking/mixing all the while to avoid clumping. Then, add the chicken broth, again constantly mixing. Heat everything through. Do not boil. The sauce should be thick but flowing together when a spoon is dragged through the middle.

Add the oregano, black pepper, and salt. Note: Add the salt to taste as there might be enough of it in there from the fried chicken and you don’t want to over salt the dish. Adjust the rest of the seasonings as desired.

Add the cooked pasta to the sauce and mix well.

Cut the chicken breasts into thin strips making sure to cut against the grain.

Add the cut chicken to the pasta and the sauce and gently toss everything together until the chicken and pasta are evenly coated with the sauce.

Alternatively, serve the chicken slices on the top of the pasta for a prettier presentation. I prefer my chicken to be covered in the sauce so I add it directly to the pasta.

Sprinkle with chiffonaded basil before serving and Parmesan Cheese (if desired).

Serve the Marry Me Chicken Pasta hot, garnished with grated Parmesan cheese (optional) and additional fresh basil if desired. Pair it with a side salad or garlic bread for a complete meal that’s perfect for a romantic dinner at home.

How to Store Marry Me Chicken Pasta?

To store any leftover pasta, let the pasta cool, transfer to a storage container and then store in the fridge for 1-2 days. To re-heat, transfer to a pot or saucepan, add a bit of water or cream to the pasta and re-heat on low heat on the stove. Alternatively, use a microwave.

Other Pasta Recipes

We love pasta around here as can probably be seen by the amount of pasta recipes on the site. Here are a few favorites I recommend if you are looking for additional yummy pasta dishes:

• Gemelli Pasta with Spinach
• Trofie Pasta with Pesto
• Spaghettoni with Ground Beef Sauce
• EASY Penne Pasta with a Creamy Sauce

Or check out my recipe index to find all the pasta recipes available.

Lastly, if you make this Marry Me Chicken Pasta, please take a moment to comment below and leave a rating. It’s such a help for others who might want to try the recipe.

And of course, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram if you make this recipe. I’d love to see the photos of the recipes you have made!