One-Pan Marry Me Chicken Pasta

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This one-pan marry me chicken pasta is one of my all-time favorites to make. It's absolutely delicious, always a crowd-pleaser, and comes together super quickly. It doesn't get much better than that!

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Prep time 10mins
Cook time 30mins
Serves or Makes: 2-3

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ingredients

  • 1/2 lb chicken breast
  • 1/2 lb farfalle pasta
  • 1/4 cup sundried tomatoes (plus oil), julienned
  • 2 tablepoons butter
  • 1 medium shallot, diced
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 teapsoon Italian seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika (can sub smoked)
  • 1/2 teaspoon chicken bouillon seasoning
  • dash of cayenne pepper, optional*
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper, to taste
  • 6 cloves garlic, minced, to taste
  • 2 tablepoons tomato paste
  • Olive oil, for cooking
  • 2 1/2 cups chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup half & half (or cream)
  • 1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated, plus more for serving
  • 1 cup spinach
  • fresh basil, torn, to taste

Method

  • Step 1

    In a large sauce pan, heat 1 tbsp of sun-dried tomato oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Season your chicken and cook until no longer pink and set aside. Cut into bite-sized pieces.

  • Step 2

    Reduce heat to low, and add in another tbsp of butter along with your shallot and seasonings. Sauté for 2-3 minutes (note: add a touch of olive oil if needed). Add in your garlic and cook for another minute, or until fragrant. Add in your tomato paste, stir, and cook for 2 minutes.

  • Step 3

    Pour in your chicken broth, scraping up any brown bits on the bottom of the pan. Bring to a simmer, add in your pasta, and stir. Cover and simmer until al dente, about 10-15 minutes, stirring every few minutes.

  • Step 4

    Once your pasta is al dente, add in your half & half, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan. Stir until fully combined.

  • Step 5

    Add in your spinach, cooked chicken, and basil. Stir until spinach is wilted. Serve immediately and top with more fresh parm. Enjoy!