Marry Me Chicken Tortellini
A delightful dish that combines tender chicken, a creamy sauce, and cheesy tortellini, perfect for romantic dinners or family gatherings.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- 1 bag 19 oz frozen cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 0.5 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 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (finely shredded)
- 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
Instructions
Preparation
- Season the chicken pieces with black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove cooked chicken and set aside.
Making the sauce
- Reduce heat to medium-low and melt butter. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for 30 seconds.
- Add chicken broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and paprika. Whisk continuously until the sauce starts to bubble.
- Slowly whisk in parmesan until completely melted.
Finishing the dish
- Place the chicken, spinach, and tortellini in the skillet. Stir occasionally until the spinach starts to wilt, then let simmer for 5 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and parmesan cheese. Enjoy!
Notes
Make sure not to overcook the chicken; it should be just golden brown and cooked through but not dry. Use fresh spinach if possible for added flavor and nutrition. Don’t rush the whisking of the parmesan; it will melt better and create a smoother sauce.