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Marry Me Chicken Tortellini Recipe

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This Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a creamy, comforting dinner recipe featuring tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a rich sun-dried tomato cream sauce. It’s a perfect one-pan meal that combines Italian herbs, garlic, and parmesan cheese for a flavorful and satisfying dish that comes together quickly on the stovetop.

Ingredients

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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

Sauce and Pasta

  • 1 (19 oz) bag frozen cheese tortellini
  • 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

  1. Season the Chicken: In a bowl, season the bite-sized chicken pieces with black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika until evenly coated. Set aside to let the flavors meld.
  2. Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook for about 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the chicken pieces are golden brown and thoroughly cooked. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
  3. Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Reduce heat to medium-low. Add butter to the skillet and melt it. Add minced garlic and sliced sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Make the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream. Add Italian seasoning, black pepper, and paprika. Whisk continuously over medium-low heat until the sauce starts to bubble. Gradually whisk in the parmesan cheese until it is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
  5. Combine Ingredients: Add the cooked chicken, chopped baby spinach, and frozen tortellini directly to the skillet. Stir occasionally until the spinach begins to wilt, and let the mixture simmer for 5 minutes to allow the tortellini to heat through and the flavors to blend.
  6. Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy this creamy, flavorful Marry Me Chicken Tortellini.

Notes

  • Make sure the tortellini is cooked through before serving; cooking it directly in the sauce ensures it absorbs flavor.
  • If fresh parsley is unavailable, garnish with extra parmesan or fresh basil for added freshness.
  • Use low-sodium chicken broth to control salt levels in the dish.
  • This recipe works well with other types of filled pasta if cheese tortellini is unavailable.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, though the sauce will be less rich.

Keywords: Marry Me Chicken, Cheese Tortellini, Creamy Chicken Pasta, One-Pan Dinner, Italian Chicken Recipe

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