One Pot Pasta Recipes: Marry Me Chicken That’s Creamy, Bold, and Weeknight-Ready
Here’s what I love about one pot pasta recipes: fewer dishes and way more flavor. This One Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta is like that friend who makes everyone feel at home—and maybe leaves you wondering if pasta can, in fact, spark lifelong commitment.
I’m not saying this dish will lead to a marriage proposal, but hey, it *has* been known to cause second helpings and awkwardly long eye contact. Creamy sun-dried tomato sauce, tender chunks of chicken, and al dente pasta all come together in one pan without turning your kitchen into a disaster zone. We’re talking about the kind of dinner that tastes like you’ve been cooking for hours, but really? You were just sipping wine and stirring occasionally.
Whether you're tackling your weekly meal prep or winging it on a Wednesday night, this one pot chicken pasta delivers. It’s the cozy, reliable dinner we all deserve—without the drama of five separate pots. One bite and you'll know why this recipe made its way into my regular rotation.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, diced
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ lb short pasta (penne or rotini)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 cup fresh spinach (optional)
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Toss in diced chicken, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-6 minutes.
- Add minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir for a minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Stir everything together, scraping the bottom to loosen any bits of flavor.
- Add the uncooked pasta. Bring to a low boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer for 10-12 minutes or until pasta is tender.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, oregano, and spinach (if using). Cook for 1-2 minutes until spinach wilts and cheese is melted into the sauce.
- Top with fresh basil or parsley before serving. Serve warm—and maybe light a candle, just in case someone proposes.