Description
Creamy pasta with tender chicken in a sun-dried tomato Parmesan sauce, famously delicious enough to “inspire a proposal.”
Ingredients
For Chicken:
– 1.5 lbs (680g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
– 1 tsp Italian seasoning
– ½ tsp garlic powder
– Salt & pepper to taste
– 2 tbsp olive oil
– 2 tbsp butter
For Sauce:
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– ½ cup (120ml) chicken broth
– 1.5 cups (360ml) heavy cream
– ½ cup (50g) grated Parmesan
– ½ cup (75g) chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes (drained)
– 1 tsp dried oregano
– ½ tsp red pepper flakes
– 1 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
For Pasta:
– 12 oz (340g) fettuccine or penne
– 1 cup (240ml) reserved pasta water (as needed)
Instructions
1. Cook pasta in salted water; reserve 1 cup pasta water. Drain.
2. Season chicken with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
3. Sear chicken in olive oil and butter (5–6 mins/side). Rest, then slice.
4. Make sauce: Sauté garlic, add broth, cream, tomatoes, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Simmer 5 mins.
5. Stir in Parmesan until melted. Toss with pasta, chicken, and basil. Adjust consistency with pasta water.
Notes
– Sun-dried tomatoes: Oil-packed preferred; rehydrate dry-packed in warm water.
– Lighter option: Substitute half-and-half for heavy cream.
– Add-ins: Spinach, mushrooms, or shrimp work well.
– Storage: Refrigerate leftovers up to 3 days (sauce thickens when chilled).