Description

Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a rich, creamy, and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken pieces with cheese-filled tortellini, all enveloped in a luxurious sauce made from sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, heavy cream, and parmesan cheese. This easy one-pan meal is perfect for both weeknight dinners and special occasions, offering a comforting and indulgent experience.

Ingredients

Scale

Tortellini

1 (19 oz) bag frozen cheese tortellini

Chicken

2 tbsp olive oil
1½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
½ tsp black pepper
½ tsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp paprika

Marry Me Sauce

2 tbsp butter
½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil (drained and sliced thin)
3 tsp garlic (minced)
1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups heavy cream
1 tsp Italian seasoning
1 tsp black pepper
1 tsp paprika
1 cup parmesan cheese (finely shredded)
2 cups baby spinach (chopped)

Instructions

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.
Reduce heat to medium-low and melt butter. Saute 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.
Place the chicken, spinach, and tortellini in the skillet. Stir occasionally until the spinach starts to wilt, and let simmer for 5 minutes.
Garnish with fresh parsley and parmesan cheese. Enjoy!

Notes

For best results, use quality parmesan cheese and fresh spinach. Adjust the seasoning to your taste, and feel free to experiment with different variations, such as adding mushrooms or using different types of tortellini.