Marry Me Chicken Tortellini
A rich, creamy, and flavorful pasta dish combining tender chicken, cheese-filled tortellini, and a luscious sauce made with sun-dried tomatoes and Parmesan cheese.
Equipment
- Skillet
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes drained and sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 cup chicken broth low sodium
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese shredded
- 1 cup baby spinach chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the chicken with black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Cook in the skillet until golden brown and fully cooked, about 6-8 minutes. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter, minced garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth, heavy cream, and seasonings. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Whisk in Parmesan cheese until fully melted and smooth.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet, add the tortellini, and stir gently. Let simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in chopped spinach (if using) and let wilt.
- Garnish with extra Parmesan cheese and serve warm.
Notes
For extra richness, you can add a touch of butter at the end. Serve with garlic bread or a side salad.