Description
Indulge in a rich, restaurant-quality meal with this Marry Me Chicken Tortellini. Featuring tender, bite-sized chicken breast and cheese-filled tortellini bathed in a luxurious, umami-packed sun-dried tomato cream sauce, this dish is the perfect comfort food for a busy weeknight. It combines fresh ingredients and simple pantry staples to deliver a sophisticated dinner experience in under forty minutes, ensuring every bite is flavorful, creamy, and satisfying for the whole family.
Ingredients
1 lb chicken breast, cut into bite-sized cubes
16 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped finely
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup parmesan cheese, freshly grated
1/4 cup fresh basil, for garnish
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper and cook until browned on all sides, then remove and set aside.
In the same skillet, sauté the minced garlic until fragrant.
Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for one minute.
Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until the sauce thickens slightly.
Meanwhile, cook tortellini in boiling water according to package directions and drain.
Return the chicken to the skillet, add the cooked tortellini, and toss to coat thoroughly.
Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Notes
Ensure you use full-fat heavy cream for the best velvety texture. The chicken broth can be replaced with more cream for an even richer result. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat gently on the stove with a splash of broth or water to loosen the sauce.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Baking
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 145mg