Description
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of Marry Me Chicken Tortellini—a delightful dish that brings together tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and cheesy tortellini in an irresistibly creamy sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, ensuring you impress family and friends without the fuss. With just 30 minutes of preparation time, this crowd-pleaser is bound to become a favorite at your dinner table. The combination of fresh ingredients and simple steps makes it accessible for cooks of all skill levels, allowing you to deliver a gourmet experience with minimal effort.
Ingredients
- 1 (19 oz) bag frozen cheese tortellini
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (drained and sliced)
- 3 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions
- Season chicken with black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat; cook chicken until golden brown (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; melt butter and sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and paprika; whisk until bubbling. Stir in parmesan until melted.
- Return the chicken to the skillet along with chopped spinach and tortellini; simmer for about 5 minutes until spinach wilts.
- Serve garnished with fresh parsley and additional parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 21g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg