Description
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is an irresistible dish that combines succulent chicken in a creamy sauce with delightful cheese-filled tortellini. Perfect for date nights or busy weeknights, this quick and easy recipe delivers vibrant flavors and comforting textures that are sure to impress your loved ones. With just the right balance of richness and warmth, each bite may inspire romance around your dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz cheese-filled tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: chop the garlic and season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Cook the chicken breasts until golden brown on both sides (6-7 minutes per side). Remove from pan and let rest.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic until fragrant. Add heavy cream and chicken broth, then stir in dried herbs.
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked chicken and tortellini to the sauce; simmer for about 5 minutes until heated through.
- Serve garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (300g)
- Calories: 650
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 650mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 155mg