Marry Me Chicken Pasta
Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a creamy, flavorful dish featuring crispy, golden-fried chicken thighs in a rich Parmesan and sun-dried tomato sauce, served over perfectly cooked pasta. This indulgent meal is perfect for romantic dinners or cozy family gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Pasta:
- 250 g pasta of your choice
- Salt (for boiling water)
For the Chicken:
- 4 chicken thighs
- 5 tbsp flour
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp paprika powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp salt
- 50 g butter
- 3 tbsp olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 1 onion finely chopped
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 100 g sun-dried tomatoes finely chopped (in oil)
- 500 ml vegetable broth
- 250 ml heavy cream
- 100 g Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
- 1 tsp chili flakes
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
Cook the Pasta
- Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
- Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente.
- Drain and set aside.
Prepare the Chicken
- In a shallow plate, mix the flour, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
- Dredge each chicken thigh in the flour mixture, ensuring an even coating.
Fry the Chicken
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the coated chicken thighs and fry for about 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Make the Sauce
- In the same skillet, sauté the chopped onion for 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the minced garlic and chopped sun-dried tomatoes, cooking for another 2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the vegetable broth and bring to a simmer.
- Stir in the heavy cream, grated Parmesan, Italian herbs, chili flakes, and tomato paste.
- Let the sauce simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
Combine Everything
- Add the cooked pasta to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly.
- Place the fried chicken thighs on top, allowing them to soak in the flavors.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves.
- Serve hot with extra sauce drizzled on top.
Nutrition
Calories: 950kcal
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