Description
Marry me chicken tortellini combines creamy sauce with tender pasta in a romantic Italian-inspired dish. Garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and parmesan cheese create irresistible flavors you’ll want to savor again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb (450 g) boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 9 oz (250 g) cheese tortellini
Dairy and Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter
Seasonings and Additional Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Warm a large skillet with olive oil and butter over medium heat, creating a golden sear on chicken pieces until fully cooked, then transfer to a separate plate.
- Using the same skillet, introduce minced garlic and sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing until aromatic and releasing their intense flavors.
- Incorporate Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, creating a robust base before pouring in heavy cream, chicken broth, and grated Parmesan cheese, allowing the mixture to simmer and thicken for approximately 5 minutes.
- Prepare tortellini following package guidelines, ensuring precise cooking time, then thoroughly drain to prevent wateriness.
- Reintroduce seared chicken into the creamy sauce, gently folding to coat each piece, then add cooked tortellini and carefully toss to ensure even distribution of sauce and ingredients.
- Delicately adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, creating a balanced flavor profile, and finish by garnishing with fresh chopped basil or parsley for a vibrant, aromatic touch before serving immediately.
Notes
- Swap chicken for tofu or tempeh to create a vegetarian version that maintains the rich, creamy flavor profile.
- Use gluten-free tortellini to make this dish celiac-friendly without compromising taste and texture.
- Pat chicken dry before searing to ensure a perfect golden-brown crust that locks in moisture and develops deep flavor.
- Adjust red pepper flakes quantity based on personal spice tolerance, allowing customization for heat-sensitive palates.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 570 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 600 mg
- Fat: 38 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 21 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 125 mg