Description

Creamy Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a romantic, restaurant-worthy pasta dish made in one pan with juicy chicken, cheese tortellini, sun-dried tomatoes, and a luscious garlic-Parmesan cream sauce. Perfect for date nights, special occasions, or cozy dinners at home.

Ingredients

Scale

2 large boneless skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, chopped
3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or dried basil, oregano, thyme)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt (plus more to taste)
1/4 teaspoon black pepper (plus more to taste)
2 cups fresh spinach (optional)
1 tablespoon butter (optional, for finishing)

Instructions

Slice chicken breasts into 1/2-inch thick cutlets. Pat dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil. Add tortellini and cook according to package directions (3-5 minutes for fresh, 4-6 minutes for frozen). Drain and toss with a little olive oil to prevent sticking. Set aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and cook 2-3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through (internal temp: 165°F). Remove to a plate and cover loosely with foil.
Lower heat to medium. Add minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes to the pan. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in chicken broth and scrape up any brown bits from the pan.
Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Taste and adjust salt/pepper.
Slice the cooked chicken into strips and return to the skillet. Add cooked tortellini and spinach (if using). Toss gently to coat everything in the sauce. Simmer for another 2 minutes until spinach wilts and everything’s hot.
Turn off heat and stir in 1 tablespoon butter for extra creaminess. Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.

Notes

For best results, use room temperature chicken and don’t overcrowd the pan when searing. Scrape up brown bits for maximum flavor. Simmer the sauce gently to avoid splitting the cream. Add spinach or mushrooms for extra veggies, and finish with fresh herbs for brightness. Leftovers can be reheated with a splash of broth or cream to loosen the sauce.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Category: Main Course
Cuisine: Italian-American

Nutrition

Serving Size: About 1 1/2 cups per
Calories: 420
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 650
Fat: 18
Saturated Fat: 9
Carbohydrates: 33
Fiber: 4
Protein: 29

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