Creamy Pasta/Marry Me
Marry Me Chicken Pasta – Steps
1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the bow tie pasta according to the package directions. Drain and set aside.
2. Season the chicken on both sides with:
• Lawry’s seasoning salt
• Garlic powder
• Onion powder
• Black pepper
• Paprika
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden and fully cooked (about 4–5 minutes per side). Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
4. In the same pan, add 1 tbsp oil from the sun-dried tomatoes and 1 tbsp butter.
5. Add the diced shallot and cook for about 2 minutes until soft.
6. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
7. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for about 1 minute.
8. Pour in the heavy cream and stir well.
9. Add the Boursin garlic & herbs cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
10. Season the sauce with:
• Chicken bouillon
• Dried parsley
• Dried basil
• Red pepper flakes
11. Add the sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese, stirring until the sauce thickens.
12. Add the fresh spinach and cook until wilted.
13. Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the pan.
14. Add the cooked pasta and toss everything together until well coated in the sauce.
15. Serve warm and top with extra Parmesan cheese if desired.
Making Marry Me Chicken Pasta at home can be a truly rewarding experience, especially if you enjoy rich, comforting meals that impress without too much hassle. One of the best parts of this dish is how versatile it can be. For instance, while bow tie pasta works wonderfully, feel free to swap it with penne or fettuccine depending on your texture preference. The seasoning blend of Lawry’s seasoning salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and paprika not only gives the chicken an appealing golden crust but also layers of flavor that enhance the creamy sauce. A key to the luscious sauce in this recipe is the Boursin garlic & herbs cheese. Its creamy texture melts seamlessly into the heavy cream and tomato paste, resulting in a sauce that is both indulgent and bursting with flavor. If you can’t find Boursin, cream cheese mixed with fresh garlic and herbs can serve as an alternative. Using olive oil from the sun-dried tomatoes adds an extra depth of sun-kissed richness, elevating the overall taste of the sauce. Adding fresh spinach at the end is a wonderful way to bring freshness and a pop of green color, balancing the creaminess nicely. The combination of Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes adds a subtle sharpness and gentle heat, completing the dish. When cooking the chicken, ensuring it’s cooked just right—golden brown but still juicy—makes a big difference. Letting the chicken rest a few minutes after cooking helps keep it moist. Reintroducing slices back into the pan and tossing them gently with the sauce and pasta ensures every bite is flavorful. In my experience, this meal pairs wonderfully with a crisp green salad and a glass of white wine, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. The recipe’s simplicity, combined with luxurious flavors, truly makes it a "marry me" kind of dish—perfect for impressing loved ones without spending hours in the kitchen. Lastly, "Thank god for these hands" perfectly sums up the gratitude you’ll feel when you take the first bite of this satisfying homemade pasta dish, crafted with care and full of flavor.
