Description
Indulge in the rich and creamy flavors of Instant Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta, an effortless dish that comes together in just 28 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-pot meal features tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach enveloped in a luscious parmesan cream sauce. With its delightful combination of textures and tastes, this pasta dish is sure to impress your family and friends alike. Enjoy the convenience of the Instant Pot while savoring a flavorful meal that feels gourmet without the fuss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ½ pounds boneless skinless chicken (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 4 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
- 16 ounces uncooked penne pasta
- 1 tablespoon dried Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and roughly chopped)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
Instructions
- Sauté chicken in olive oil using the Instant Pot until browned.
- Add minced garlic and cook briefly; then deglaze with broth.
- Incorporate remaining broth, pasta, Italian seasoning, paprika, and pepper without stirring.
- Seal pot and pressure cook on high for 4 minutes.
- Release pressure and stir in cheese and cream until melted.
- Fold in spinach and sun-dried tomatoes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 405
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 41g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 90mg