Marry Me Chicken Pasta (Christmas Style)

If you’re looking for a holiday dinner that’s rich, comforting, romantic, and incredibly festive, this Christmas-Style Marry Me Chicken Pasta is the perfect recipe to serve. It’s inspired by the viral Marry Me Chicken dish but elevated with warm holiday flavors, creamy parmesan sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a touch of Christmas charm. This pasta is cozy enough for a winter night yet elegant enough for holiday gatherings, Christmas dinners, and romantic celebrations at home.

⭐ INGREDIENTS:

For the Chicken:

• 2 large chicken breasts (thinly sliced)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning
• 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Sauce:

• 3 tbsp unsalted butter
• 4 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup chicken broth
• ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (chopped)
• ½–1 tsp chili flakes
• ½ tsp dried thyme
• ½ tsp rosemary (Christmas twist)
• Salt & pepper to taste

Christmas Add-Ins:

• 1 cup fresh spinach
• ½ cup roasted red peppers or cherry tomatoes (for red color)
• Fresh parsley for topping

For the Pasta:

• 8 oz penne, fettuccine, or rigatoni
• Salted pasta water

Marry Me Chicken Pasta (Christmas Style) is ready in under 35 minutes, uses simple ingredients, and tastes amazing the next day. Whether you’re planning a cozy Christmas Eve dinner or hosting friends during the festive season, this dish will become your new holiday favorite. The name says it all—this pasta is delicious enough to make someone fall in love with you!

RECIPIE GUIDE:

⭐ STEP-BY-STEP METHOD
Cook the pasta
Boil your pasta in salted water until al dente. Reserve ½ cup pasta water and drain.
Season and sear the chicken
Mix salt, pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning. Coat chicken evenly.
Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook chicken until golden (5–6 minutes each side). Remove and slice.
Build the creamy Christmas sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, whisking until smooth.
Add parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, chili flakes, thyme, and rosemary.
Simmer until thick and creamy.
Add Christmas colors:
Stir spinach into the sauce until it wilts.
Add roasted red peppers or cherry tomatoes for festive pops of red.
Combine everything:
Add pasta and sliced chicken into the sauce.
Toss evenly, using pasta water to loosen if needed.
Serve warm: Top with parmesan, parsley, and a sprinkle of chili flakes.

⭐ PREP & COOK TIME:

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
• Total Time: 30–35 minutes
• Servings: 4

⭐ NUTRITION FACTS (Approx. per serving):

• Calories: 610
• Protein: 34g
• Carbs: 48g
• Fat: 31g
• Fiber: 4g
• Sugar: 6g

⭐ PRO TIPS
Sear chicken until golden for maximum flavor.
Add a splash of white wine for a restaurant-style boost.
Always grate fresh parmesan—it melts better.
Reserve pasta water to keep the sauce silky.

⭐ STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Store in an airtight container 3–4 days.
Reheat with a splash of milk or broth to restore creaminess.
Not ideal for freezing due to dairy content.

⭐ VARIATIONS
Swap chicken with shrimp or salmon.
Add mushrooms for extra depth.
Make it spicy with extra chili flakes.
Use gluten-free pasta if needed.

⭐ OPTIONAL ADD-ONS
Crispy bacon bits
Fresh basil
Lemon zest
Toasted pine nuts (holiday version!)