👩🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions:
1️⃣ Cook the Chicken
🔥 Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
🔥 Season chicken with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
🔥 Cook the chicken for 4-5 minutes per side, until golden brown and fully cooked.
🔥 Remove from the skillet and set aside on a plate (we’ll add it back later!).
2️⃣ Make the Creamy Sauce
🧈 In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
🧄 Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
🍅 Stir in sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another minute, releasing their flavors.
🥣 Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any browned bits from the pan (this adds TONS of flavor!).
🥛 Stir in heavy cream, then add Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (if using).
🌀 Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, until it thickens.
3️⃣ Bring It All Together
🍗 Add the cooked chicken back into the pan, coating it in the creamy sauce.
🌿 Sprinkle in fresh basil and stir gently.
⏳ Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors blend beautifully.
4️⃣ Cook the Pasta & Serve!
🍝 While the sauce simmers, cook pasta according to package instructions.
🔄 Drain and toss the pasta directly into the skillet, mixing everything together.
🧀 Top with extra Parmesan and fresh basil before serving.
🍷 Perfect Pairings & Tips
✔️ Pair with a glass of wine 🍷 – A crisp white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or a light red like Pinot Noir complements the dish perfectly!
✔️ Want a healthier option? 🥦 Swap pasta for zucchini noodles or cauliflower rice.
✔️ No chicken? No problem! Swap it for shrimp or mushrooms for a vegetarian version.
❤️ Why You’ll Love This Recipe!
✔️ Easy to make, but tastes restaurant-quality 🍽️
✔️ Rich, creamy, and packed with bold Italian flavors 🇮🇹
✔️ Perfect for date nights, family dinners, or impressing guests 💕
📌 Save this recipe & try it today! Let me know how it turns out! 💬👇 Buon appetito! 😋🍝