Marry Me Chicken Pasta

This irresistible Marry Me Chicken Pasta gets its bold, savory depth from our Garlic Flavored Olive Oil. Infused with rich garlic essence, the oil brings warmth and complexity to every bite, no need to chop a single clove. It’s a simple upgrade that makes weeknight comfort food feel restaurant-worthy.

Time 35 min

Servings 4

Difficulty 3

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Ingredients

2 tbsp International Collection™ Garlic Flavored Olive Oil

2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika
3 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
1 cup chicken broth
1 cup heavy cream
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
8 oz Rigatoni
Fresh basil or parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Method

Boil the pasta: Cook pasta according to package instructions. Drain and reserve ½ cup of pasta water.
Prep the chicken: Season chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
Sear it up: In a large skillet, heat 1 tbsp of International Collection™ Garlic Flavored Olive Oil over medium heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove and rest before slicing.
Build the sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tbspof International Collection™ Garlic Flavored Olive Oil. Sauté garlic for 1 minute, then stir in sun-dried tomatoes. Cook another minute.
Make it creamy: Add chicken broth, bring to a simmer, then stir in heavy cream and Parmesan. Simmer 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Bring it together: Add sliced chicken and cooked pasta to the sauce. Stir gently to coat. Use reserved pasta water to loosen if needed.
Final touches: Sprinkle in red pepper flakes (if desired) and garnish with chopped basil or parsley.