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Dairy Free Marry Me Chicken Pasta

A creamy and dreamy one-pan pasta dish featuring succulent chicken in a velvety coconut milk sauce with sun-dried tomatoes and red pepper flakes—perfect for impressing at any dinner table!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Dairy-Free, Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, halved horizontally
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup canned coconut milk (full fat for creaminess)
  • 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
  • 10 oz gluten-free pasta of your choice
  • Fresh basil, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Generously sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the chicken breasts.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per side. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Add the chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 3 minutes. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth and coconut milk, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  5. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes. Let it gently simmer for about 5-7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  6. Meanwhile, cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
  7. Slice the cooked chicken breasts into strips and return them to the skillet, simmering for an extra 2-3 minutes to heat through.
  8. Toss the cooked pasta into the skillet, stirring to coat it thoroughly with the sauce.
  9. Remove from heat, garnishing with fresh basil, and serve immediately.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove or in the microwave.