Description
Creamy, flavorful, and utterly irresistible! Marry Me Chicken Tortellini combines tender chicken, velvety tortellini, and a luscious sauce for a dish that’s sure to impress your loved ones or guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, freshly grated
- 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried basil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley or basil for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and a pinch of garlic powder. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the chicken for 6-7 minutes per side or until golden brown and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and let rest.
- Cook the Tortellini: While preparing the sauce, cook tortellini in boiling water according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, add a touch more olive oil if needed. Sauté garlic until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Add sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1-2 minutes. Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, stirring to combine. Let it simmer for 5-7 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Cheese and Spices: Stir in Parmesan cheese, basil, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Mix until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.
- Combine Everything: Slice the chicken into strips or cubes. Add the cooked tortellini and chicken to the sauce, stirring gently to coat everything evenly. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes to meld the flavors.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 20 min