Description
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a romantic dish that elevates any dinner with its creamy sauce, tender chicken, and flavorful tortellini. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy-to-make meal is perfect for impressing guests or sharing a cozy night in with your loved one. The delightful combination of ingredients creates a comforting experience that might just make someone want to pop the question!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1 lb)
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 12 oz fresh or frozen tortellini
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and sear the chicken until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side. Remove and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, scraping up any bits from the pan. Stir in grated Parmesan and Italian seasoning until combined.
- Cook tortellini according to package directions; drain.
- Slice rested chicken and return it to the skillet along with drained tortellini. Stir to coat everything in the sauce.
- Serve hot, garnishing with extra Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes into the dish. For variety, substitute chicken with shrimp or tofu.