Marry Me Chicken Tortellini
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a dreamy dish that combines tender chicken, creamy garlic sauce, and flavorful tortellini. Perfect for date nights or cozy family dinners, this recipe promises to impress with its rich flavors and comforting textures. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s an easy weeknight meal that feels special enough to make any occasion memorable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz cheese or spinach-filled tortellini
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tsp Italian herbs
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper; cook until golden brown (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; bring to a simmer while scraping up brown bits from the skillet.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Add tortellini and cook according to package instructions (3-5 minutes).
- Fold in fresh spinach until wilted.
- Slice rested chicken and return to the sauce; serve hot with extra Parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approximately 350g)
- Calories: 620
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 155mg
Keywords: For added flavor, swap chicken for shrimp or try different cheeses. Store leftovers in an airtight container; reheat on low heat to maintain creaminess.