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Marry Me Chicken Tortellini

Marry Me Chicken Tortellini

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Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a delightful, creamy dish that perfectly marries tender chicken with cheesy tortellini and sun-dried tomatoes. This recipe brings together comforting flavors that are sure to impress your family and friends at both casual weeknight dinners and special occasions. With a burst of flavor from garlic and rich creaminess, this dish is not only easy to prepare but also incredibly satisfying. In just 30 minutes, you can create a restaurant-quality meal right in your kitchen, making it an ideal choice for busy evenings or entertaining guests.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6 people 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1 (19 oz) bag frozen cheese tortellini
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 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 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 cup parmesan cheese (finely shredded)
  • 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)

Instructions

  1. Season chicken with black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook chicken until golden brown for about 6-8 minutes; remove from skillet.
  3. Lower heat and melt butter in the skillet. Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes for about 30 seconds.
  4. Add chicken broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, black pepper, and paprika; whisk until bubbling.
  5. Stir in parmesan cheese until melted.
  6. Add cooked chicken, spinach, and tortellini; stir occasionally until spinach wilts (about 5 minutes).
  7. Serve garnished with parsley and additional parmesan if desired.
  • Author: Madison
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Skillet Cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 540
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 31g
  • Saturated Fat: 16g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 90mg