Description
This Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a rich, creamy, and flavor-packed dish featuring tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a luscious sun-dried tomato Parmesan sauce. It’s a one-pan meal perfect for weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cubed)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 tsp minced garlic
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (sliced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 19 oz frozen cheese tortellini
- 2 cups baby spinach
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet, season chicken, and cook until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, then sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, and seasonings. Let simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese, then add tortellini and spinach. Cook until heated through.
- Return chicken to the skillet, mix well, and let sit for a few minutes before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh tortellini instead of frozen for a quicker cooking time.
- Add red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: One-Pan Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired