Ingredients
– 1 pound chicken breast, boneless and skinless
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
– 1 teaspoon paprika
– 1 cup chicken broth
– 1 cup heavy cream
– 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
– 2 cups fresh spinach
– 1 (9 oz) package of cheese tortellini
– 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
– Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
Creating Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a straightforward process that can be followed with ease by anyone. Here’s how to make it:
1. Prep the Chicken: Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
2. Sauté the Chicken: Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the seasoned chicken breasts and cook for about 6-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
3. Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
4. Add Spices: Sprinkle Italian seasoning and paprika over the garlic, stirring to combine.
5. Create the Sauce: Pour in the chicken broth and bring it to a simmer for about 2-3 minutes. Then, reduce the heat and stir in the heavy cream.
6. Add Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and let the sauce simmer for another 2 minutes.
7. Tortellini Time: Add the tortellini to the sauce and cook according to package instructions until al dente, about 3-5 minutes.
8. Add Spinach: Toss in the fresh spinach and stir until wilted.
9. Finish with Chicken: Slice the cooked chicken breasts and return them to the skillet. Stir everything together until well mixed.
10. Add Cheese: Finally, sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top, allowing it to melt into the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g