Description
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a creamy, indulgent dish that combines tender chicken and cheesy tortellini in a rich sauce, perfect for romantic dinners and special occasions.
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Fresh garlic
- Heavy cream
- Low-sodium chicken broth
- Cheese tortellini
- Fresh spinach
- Parmesan cheese
- Olive oil
- Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Prep your ingredients: Mince garlic and chop spinach.
- Cook the chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (5-7 minutes per side). Remove and set aside.
- Add garlic and spinach: Sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds, then add spinach until wilted.
- Create the sauce: Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring well while scraping the skillet’s bottom.
- Combine with tortellini: Fold in cheese tortellini, simmering until al dente (3-5 minutes).
- Finish with cheese: Stir in grated Parmesan until melted and smooth. Adjust seasoning before serving.
Notes
- Substitute tortellini with gnocchi or pasta shells for variety.
- Add herbs like thyme or basil for extra flavor.
- Serve with a splash of white wine for a gourmet touch.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 120mg