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Marry Me Chicken Tortellini

Creamy Marry Me Chicken Tortellini for Cozy Nights

Indulge in the comforting taste of Creamy Marry Me Chicken Tortellini, perfect for cozy nights or special occasions.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Tortellini
  • 1 package Frozen Cheese Tortellini Use frozen for convenience
For the Chicken
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Essential for sautéing
  • 2 chicken breasts Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning Great blend of herbs
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Lends mild warmth
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Butter Helps in sautéing
  • 1 cup Sun-Dried Tomatoes Brings tangy flavor
  • 3 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth Use low-sodium
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream The heart of the creamy sauce
  • 1 cup Parmesan Cheese Finely shredded
For the Greens
  • 2 cups Baby Spinach Adds fresh element
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Optional garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Cut chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces and season with black pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat and sauté chicken for 6-8 minutes until golden brown.
  3. Lower heat and add butter, garlic, and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 30 seconds.
  4. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream. Whisk together and season to taste.
  5. Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and then return sautéed chicken to the skillet.
  6. Add spinach and frozen tortellini. Stir gently and cook for about 5 minutes.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and more Parmesan if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Let the dish rest briefly after cooking to help the sauce adhere better to the tortellini.

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