20 Minute Marry Me Chicken Pasta

This 20-minute marry me chicken pasta is the ultimate quick and easy comfort food! It’s made with rotisserie chicken, al dente pasta, and a creamy, sun-dried tomato sauce that has that “cooked-all-day” flavor, but it’s done in just minutes!

 

Easy Marry Me Chicken Pasta Recipe

• Easy. Using rotisserie chicken saves tons of time, so you can throw together an impressive meal in a snap – perfect for busy weeknights or when you want a great dish without the hassle.
• Flavorful. The delicious combination of tender rotisserie chicken, herby sun-dried tomato cream sauce, and al dente noodles makes for a flavor-packed family dinner.

Ingredients for Marry Me Chicken Pasta

• Garlic & Herbs: Freshly minced garlic and Italian seasoning are the perfect base for the delicious sun-dried tomato pasta recipe! Substitute with 3/4 a teaspoon of garlic powder if you don’t have fresh garlic on hand.
• Sun-Dried Tomatoes: I use oil-packed, julienne-cut sun-dried tomatoes in Italian herbs. I find that they have more flavor than the dried ones that come in a bag.
• Chicken Broth: Use chicken broth, chicken stock, veggie broth, or veggie stock for this recipe.
• Heavy Cream: Heavy cream is the key to getting that rich, luxurious sauce. You can substitute with half-and-half, but the sauce will be thinner.
• Parmesan Cheese: Parmesan add a delicious nuttiness and really rounds out the flavor of this marry me chicken pasta. Feel free to use Use Romano or Asiago if you prefer.
• White Wine Vinegar: White wine vinegar might seem like an unusual ingredient, but just trust me on this! A splash of vinegar is my favorite way to add depth and boost the flavor of a cream sauce. You can use red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar in its place.
• Rotisserie Chicken: Rotisserie chicken is the easiest shortcut to get this meal on the table in 20 minutes! Feel free to use leftover grilled chicken also.
• Pasta: Use your favorite cut of pasta for this recipe. I like penne, but you can also use rigatoni, fusilli, or rigatoni. Fettuccine or linguine would be delicious as well.
• Basil: Fresh chopped basil or parsley adds a delicious brightness to this creamy chicken pasta recipe.

How to Make Marry Me Pasta

Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add garlic, Italian seasoning, and a couple pinches of salt and pepper. Cook, frequently stirring for about 30 seconds.

Stir in a few splashes of chicken broth until it cleans the bottom of the pan. Be sure to scrape all the yummy bits off the bottom. Add sun-dried tomatoes, heavy cream, chicken broth, Parmesan cheese, and a couple pinches of salt and pepper.

Cook for a couple minutes over medium-low heat until the cheese is melted. Bring it to a simmer and gently simmer until the sauce thickens slightly.

Add white wine vinegar. Stir in rotisserie chicken and pasta. Cook for a couple minutes until warmed through. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Top with fresh basil and enjoy!

Tips for Making Marry Me Chicken Pasta

• Sun-Dried Tomatoes. Opt for jarred sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for extra richness. Sautéing them with garlic adds an intense, tangy flavor to the sauce.
• Simmer Sauce. Let the creamy sauce simmer for a few minutes to thicken and intensify the flavors. Heavy cream, Parmesan, and seasonings come together beautifully when given time to meld.
• Garnish. Finish with plenty of fresh basil, cracked pepper, and extra Parmesan for a vibrant, flavorful touch that makes the dish feel complete.

Make-Ahead Instructions

• This marry me chicken pasta recipe is one of my favorite make-ahead dishes!
• It stays fresh in the fridge for days and reheats beautifully.
• Make a batch over the weekend and you’ve got easy lunches and dinners that you can heat up throughout the week!

Storing Leftover Pasta

Store leftover marry me chicken pasta in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

Reheating Marry Me Chicken Pasta

• Reheat marry me chicken pasta in a saucepan over medium heat.
• Add a splash of broth or cream to loosen up the sauce a bit.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper before reheating.

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