Description
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a cozy, indulgent meal that’s deceptively easy to make. Juicy chicken meets creamy, garlicky sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, and cheese-filled tortellini in a dish that feels fancy enough for date night but easy enough for weeknights. Every bite is comfort food at its best, combining creamy richness with bright, herby notes that make the flavors pop.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 package cheese tortellini
- 1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tbsp olive oil or butter
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season and sear chicken in olive oil until golden. Remove and set aside.
- Sauté garlic and sun-dried tomatoes in the same pan for 1–2 minutes.
- Add chicken broth and heavy cream; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Return chicken to the pan; simmer 5 minutes.
- Cook tortellini according to package directions and add to sauce. Toss to coat.
- Adjust seasoning and garnish with fresh herbs.
Notes
- Marinating chicken enhances flavor.
- Serve immediately for best results.
- Sauce consistency can be adjusted with more broth or cream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 610mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg