Description
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a creamy, dreamy pasta dish that combines tender chicken and rich Parmesan sauce with delightful cheese-filled tortellini. This enchanting meal is perfect for romantic dinners or cozy gatherings, captivating taste buds with its rich flavors and vibrant colors. Prepare to impress your guests and maybe even spark a marriage proposal with every bite of this culinary masterpiece!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs
- 12 oz cheese-filled tortellini
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by mincing garlic and seasoning chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Sear the chicken for about 6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté garlic until golden (about 1 minute).
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth; stir well. Add Parmesan cheese and dried herbs, mixing until a thick sauce forms.
- Add cooked tortellini and seared chicken back into the skillet. Simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve hot, garnishing with fresh herbs if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 689
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 812mg
- Fat: 41g
- Saturated Fat: 23g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 45g
- Cholesterol: 153mg
Keywords: Customize your dish by adding spinach or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. For a lighter version, consider using zucchini noodles instead of tortellini.