1. Boil a pot of salted water and cook your choice of short pasta (such as penne or rigatoni) until al dente, then drain and set aside.
2. Cut chicken breasts or thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add a little olive oil.
4. Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, then remove and set aside.
5. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
6. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring well to combine.
7. Add sun-dried tomatoes, red pepper flakes, and optional white wine for extra flavor.
8. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
9. Stir in grated parmesan cheese, allowing it to melt into the sauce.
10. Add fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
11. Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, mixing it with the sauce.
12. Toss in the cooked pasta and mix everything together until well coated.
13. Adjust seasonings with salt and pepper to taste.
14. Garnish with freshly chopped basil or parsley.
15. Serve hot with a side salad and crusty bread for a complete meal.
16. Enjoy your rich and creamy Marry Me Chicken Pasta!