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Marry Me Chicken Tortellini Recipe

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Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a creamy, comforting one-pan dish featuring tender chicken pieces, cheesy tortellini, sun-dried tomatoes, and fresh spinach all simmered in a luscious garlic cream sauce seasoned with Italian spices. Perfect for an easy weeknight dinner or a family meal, this dish combines rich flavors and hearty ingredients in just 35 minutes.

Ingredients

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Protein & Pasta

  • 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 (19 oz) bag frozen cheese tortellini

Seasonings & Oils

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper (divided)
  • 1½ teaspoons Italian seasoning (divided)
  • 1½ teaspoons paprika (divided)

Sauce Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and thinly sliced
  • 3 teaspoons minced garlic
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1 cup finely shredded Parmesan cheese

Vegetables & Garnish

  • 2 cups chopped baby spinach
  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Season the bite-sized chicken pieces with ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, and ½ teaspoon paprika. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through. Set the cooked chicken aside.
  2. Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in the sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 2 more minutes. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet. Then stir in the heavy cream along with the remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, ½ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon paprika. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
  3. Combine and Cook: Add the frozen cheese tortellini to the skillet, making sure it is submerged in the sauce. Cover the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until the tortellini is tender. Stir in the cooked chicken and Parmesan cheese until the cheese is melted and the sauce thickens. Finally, add the chopped baby spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted.
  4. Serve: Remove the skillet from heat and let the dish rest for a few minutes to allow the sauce to thicken further. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or basil before serving to add a burst of fresh flavor.

Notes

  • Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the saltiness of the dish.
  • If frozen tortellini is not available, fresh tortellini can be used but adjust cooking time accordingly.
  • Sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil add great flavor; drain to avoid excess oil.
  • For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half, but sauce will be less rich.
  • Fresh herbs like parsley or basil enhance the taste and presentation.
  • This dish can be prepared gluten-free by opting for gluten-free tortellini.

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