Description
Creamy marry me chicken tortellini promises culinary romance with Italian-inspired flavors that dance across your palate. Succulent chicken, tender tortellini, and rich sun-dried tomato sauce create an irresistible meal you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 (19 ounces / 540 grams) bag frozen cheese tortellini
- 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
- 1 cup parmesan cheese (finely shredded)
Sauce Components:
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil (drained and sliced thin)
Seasonings and Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 3 teaspoons garlic (minced)
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Prepare tortellini according to package directions, ensuring al dente texture. Drain and reserve.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat at 375°F. Season chicken with black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika. Sear until golden brown and fully cooked through, approximately 6-7 minutes per side. Transfer chicken to a separate plate.
- Reduce skillet heat to medium. Melt butter and introduce sun-dried tomatoes and minced garlic. Sauté for 45-60 seconds until aromatic, releasing intense flavors.
- Gradually pour chicken broth and heavy cream into the skillet. Whisk ingredients together, incorporating additional Italian seasoning, black pepper, and paprika. Allow sauce to simmer and reduce, thickening for 3-4 minutes.
- Incorporate parmesan cheese, stirring continuously until completely melted and sauce becomes smooth and creamy. Add fresh spinach, cooking until leaves wilt and integrate into the sauce.
- Reintroduce cooked chicken and tortellini into the skillet. Gently toss to ensure complete sauce coverage, warming ingredients for 1-2 minutes. Serve immediately while hot and perfectly coated.
Notes
- Enhance flavor by marinating chicken in Italian seasoning and garlic powder for 30 minutes before cooking to deepen taste profile.
- Substitute heavy cream with half-and-half or coconut cream for lighter versions, maintaining creamy texture without compromising richness.
- Add red pepper flakes for extra heat and complexity, balancing the creamy sauce with a subtle spicy kick.
- Use fresh tortellini from refrigerated section for more authentic texture and richer pasta experience compared to dried versions.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 708 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 490 mg
- Fat: 48 g
- Saturated Fat: 23 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 31 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 165 mg