Marry Me Creamy Chicken Pasta

Name: Marry Me Creamy Chicken Pasta
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts or chicken thighs (~ 1 ½ lb.), cut into small bite-size cubes; 2 tsp. Italian seasoning; 2 tsp. kosher salt; 1/4 tsp. paprika; pinch of chili flakes and freshly ground black pepper; 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter; 1 shallot, finely minced; 4 cloves garlic, minced or pressed with a garlic press; 4 cups chicken broth + 1 cup water; 7-8 oz. jar sun dried tomatoes, julienned (reserve 2-3 Tbsp. oil from the jar and discard the rest of the oil or use for another time.); 1 lb. (16 oz.) mezzi rigatoni; 1 heaping cup parmesan cheese, finely shredded; 5 oz. fresh baby spinach, roughly chopped; 8 oz. full-fat cream cheese, softened to room temperature; 2 Tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed; fresh basil, chili flakes and parmesan for serving (optional)

Instructions

Prep:10minCook:20min

My Marry Me Chicken Pasta is literally marriage material! It is made with a rich, creamy, flavor-packed sauce, tender pieces of perfectly seasoned chicken, al dente pasta, sun-dried tomatoes and fresh baby spinach. It is love at first bite and so easy to make right in the Instant Pot (or stove top!) Get ready to win the heart of anyone you make this for!

Updated at: Sat, 31 May 2025 04:07:58 GMT