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Marry Me Chicken Pasta

Marry Me Chicken Pasta
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Marry Me Chicken Pasta is a heartwarming dish that effortlessly blends comfort and elegance. With its creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, tender chicken thighs, and vibrant spinach, this delightful pasta is perfect for intimate dinners or family gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can create a meal that impresses without requiring hours in the kitchen. This recipe is versatile enough to accommodate busy weeknights while being rich in flavor and nutrients. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or sharing with loved ones, Marry Me Chicken Pasta will surely capture hearts at the dinner table.

Ingredients

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  • 3 boneless skinless chicken thighs
  • 12 oz farfalle pasta (or gluten-free alternative)
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup diced sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 cup fresh spinach
  • 3/4 tbsp smoked sweet paprika
  • 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp sun-dried tomato oil (from the jar of sun-dried tomatoes)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp dried shallots
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp minced onion
  • 3 tbsp Bob's Red Mill 1:1 gluten-free flour
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • Chopped fresh basil for garnish

Instructions

  1. Season chicken thighs with smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Heat sun-dried tomato oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook chicken until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side).
  2. Cook farfalle pasta according to package instructions; drain and reserve some pasta water.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, sauté shallots, garlic, and onion until fragrant. Stir in gluten-free flour for one minute.
  4. Gradually whisk in chicken broth, then add heavy cream, parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and salt. Simmer for about 5 minutes.
  5. Mix cooked pasta into the sauce until well-coated. Add reserved pasta water if needed for consistency.
  6. Serve garnished with chopped fresh basil.

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