Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Instant Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a creamy and satisfying dish that promises to impress whether for a casual weeknight dinner or a romantic date. This one-pot wonder combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and rich Parmesan sauce, all cooked effortlessly in your Instant Pot. With minimal cleanup and an impressive flavor profile, this recipe is designed for busy home cooks who want a delicious meal without the fuss. Get ready to fall in love with this comforting dish that brings everyone together at the table!
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 chopped)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- Fresh basil (optional) for garnish
Instructions
- Sauté the chicken in olive oil in the Instant Pot until lightly browned.
- Add minced garlic and sauté briefly.
- Deglaze the pot with half a cup of chicken broth to lift any browned bits.
- Layer remaining broth, uncooked penne pasta, Italian seasoning, paprika, and pepper without stirring.
- Close the lid and cook on Manual High Pressure for 4 minutes.
- Perform a quick release of steam.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then add heavy cream.
- Mix in spinach and sun-dried tomatoes until well combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with fresh basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 1.5 cups)
- Calories: 646
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 590mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 112mg