Description
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a creamy, comforting dish featuring tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and vibrant spinach simmered in a flavorful parmesan and sun-dried tomato cream sauce. This quick skillet meal is perfect for weeknight dinners when you want rich flavors without spending hours in the kitchen.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 (19 oz) bag frozen cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and sliced thin
- 3 teaspoons garlic, minced
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 cup parmesan cheese, finely shredded
- 2 cups baby spinach, chopped
Instructions
- Season the Chicken: In a bowl, season the bite-sized chicken pieces with ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, and ½ teaspoon paprika. Set aside to let the flavors develop.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes: Lower the heat to medium-low and melt 2 tablespoons butter in the same skillet. Add 3 teaspoons minced garlic and ½ cup thinly sliced sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Make the Cream Sauce: Pour in 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth and 2 cups heavy cream. Add 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon paprika. Whisk continuously as the sauce begins to bubble. Gradually whisk in 1 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with 2 cups chopped baby spinach and 1 (19 oz) bag frozen cheese tortellini. Stir occasionally until the spinach wilts and let the mixture simmer together for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and tortellini to heat through.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy this creamy, savory meal!
Notes
- Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the salt content in this dish.
- Fresh parsley garnish adds a pop of color and freshness.
- You can substitute baby spinach with kale or arugula if preferred; just adjust cooking times accordingly.
- For a lighter version, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream.
- Ensure tortellini is fully thawed before adding to avoid cold spots in the sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Keywords: Marry Me Chicken, cheese tortellini, creamy chicken recipe, Italian skillet dinner, sun-dried tomato chicken, spinach chicken pasta, quick creamy chicken meal
