Description
Savor the delightful flavors of Marry Me Chicken Tortellini, a creamy pasta dish that brings together tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and cheesy tortellini for an unforgettable dining experience. With its rich and comforting sauce, this one-pan meal is quick to prepare, making it perfect for both busy weeknights and special occasions. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser that will have everyone at the table asking for seconds. The combination of protein-packed chicken and vibrant spinach ensures a wholesome dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (19 oz) bag frozen cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil (drained and sliced thin)
- 3 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (finely shredded)
- 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
Instructions
- Season the chicken with black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat; cook the chicken until golden brown (about 6–8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes in butter for about 30 seconds.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and paprika; whisk until bubbling. Gradually add parmesan cheese until melted.
- Stir in the cooked chicken, spinach, and frozen tortellini; simmer for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 575
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg