Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Instant Pot Marry Me Chicken Pasta, a dish that’s perfect for any occasion. This one-pot meal combines tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and rich Parmesan cheese in a luscious sauce that comes together in just under 30 minutes. The Instant Pot makes cooking not only quick but also enhances the flavors, ensuring every bite is a delightful experience. Whether it’s a busy weeknight or a gathering with friends, this comforting pasta dish will impress and satisfy everyone at your 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 cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and chopped)
- 1 cup fresh spinach
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ½ cup heavy cream
- Italian seasoning
- paprika
- pepper
Instructions
- Set your Instant Pot to Sauté mode. Add olive oil and brown the chicken pieces for 2-3 minutes.
- Stir in minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
- Deglaze the pot with ½ cup of chicken broth, scraping up browned bits.
- Pour in the remaining broth and place uncooked penne on top without stirring. Sprinkle seasonings over it.
- Close and lock the lid; cook on Manual High Pressure for 4 minutes.
- Perform a quick release of pressure once cooking is complete.
- Unlock the lid, stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, then add heavy cream until smooth.
- Mix in sun-dried tomatoes and fresh spinach; stir well.
- Serve warm with optional fresh basil garnish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pressure Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 58g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 130mg