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Marry Me Chicken Penne Pasta
Instructions
1
Cook pasta in salted boiling water until al dente. Reserve 1 cup of pasta water and drain the rest.
2
Season chicken with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and dried basil. Mix to coat.
3
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Add chicken and sear on both sides until cooked through. Remove from pan.
4
Add butter and diced onion to the same pan. Season with salt and pepper and cook until tender.
5
Add garlic and cook until fragrant. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and spinach. Cook until spinach wilts.
6
Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a simmer.
7
Season sauce with salt, pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika, and dried basil.
8
Add cooked pasta, seared chicken, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil. Toss everything together.
9
Add reserved pasta water as needed to loosen the sauce. Mix well.
10
Serve topped with more Parmesan and fresh basil.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Pound Chicken Evenly 🔨Pound chicken breasts to uniform thickness (about ¾ inch) to ensure they cook at the same rate and remain tender throughout the cooking process.
- Reserve Pasta Water Strategically 💧Save at least 1 cup of starchy pasta water before draining, then add it gradually to the sauce to achieve the perfect creamy consistency without over-thickening.
- Bloom Sun-Dried Tomatoes 🍅Briefly sauté the sun-dried tomatoes in the pan after searing chicken to release their concentrated flavors and infuse the oil before adding other ingredients.
- Temper the Cream Carefully 🥛Remove the pan from heat before adding heavy cream, then stir slowly to prevent curdling and ensure a silky, smooth sauce.
- Add Fresh Basil at the End 🌿Tear fresh basil by hand and mix it in just before serving to preserve its delicate flavor and vibrant green color that heavy heating destroys.
Recipe Facts
Diet at a Glance
Low Sugar
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