Description
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Marry Me Chicken Tortellini, where tender tortellini mingle with succulent chicken in a rich, creamy sauce infused with garlic and herbs. This delightful dish is perfect for date nights or special gatherings, guaranteed to impress your loved ones and leave them wanting more. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you’ll create a restaurant-quality meal that warms the heart and tantalizes the taste buds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 9 oz cheese-filled tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 cups fresh baby spinach
- 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Sear the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then sear for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet.
- Add Garlic and Broth: In the same pan, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth.
- Create the Creamy Sauce: Lower heat and stir in heavy cream, scraping the browned bits from the pan. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add Spinach and Seasonings: Stir in fresh spinach and Italian seasoning until wilted. Taste for seasoning.
- Combine Everything Together: Return cooked tortellini and diced chicken to the skillet. Toss gently to coat with the sauce.
- Finish with Cheese: Sprinkle freshly grated parmesan cheese before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 140mg