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A Romantic Serving of Marry Me Pasta.

Marry Me Pasta

A creamy and flavorful pasta dish that is said to win hearts and inspire proposals, perfect for romantic dinners or any special occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Pasta
  • 12 oz Penne or spaghetti Any preferred pasta shape
Protein (Optional)
  • 2 pieces Chicken breasts or thighs Cut into bite-sized pieces, seasoned with salt and pepper
Sauce Base
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil
  • 3-4 cloves Minced garlic
  • ½ cup Chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 cup Chicken broth or vegetable broth
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • ½ cup Grated Parmesan cheese
Seasonings
  • 1 teaspoon Dried oregano or thyme
  • 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes Adjust for spice preference
  • to taste Salt and pepper
Fresh Herbs
  • Basil or parsley For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Boil pasta in salted water until al dente. Drain and set aside, reserving ½ cup of pasta water.
  2. If using chicken, heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and sear the chicken until golden brown on all sides and fully cooked. Remove and set aside.
Sauce Preparation
  1. In the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant.
  2. Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2–3 minutes.
  3. Pour in chicken broth, heavy cream, and Parmesan cheese. Stir to combine.
  4. Add oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 5–7 minutes until it thickens.
Combine
  1. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet (if using), and add the pasta. Toss to coat in the sauce.
  2. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash of reserved pasta water for the desired consistency.
Serve
  1. Top with fresh herbs and extra Parmesan cheese. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Use quality ingredients and adjust to taste. For a vegetarian version, omit the chicken and add vegetables like mushrooms or spinach.