Description

This Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a creamy, comforting one-pan meal featuring tender chicken pieces, cheesy tortellini, vibrant spinach, and a rich sun-dried tomato cream sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for a delicious weeknight dinner that feels indulgent yet is easy to make.

Ingredients

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Protein & Pasta

1½ pounds boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
1 (19 oz) bag frozen cheese tortellini

Seasonings & Oils

½ teaspoon black pepper (for chicken)
½ teaspoon Italian seasoning (for chicken)
½ teaspoon paprika (for chicken)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons butter
3 teaspoons garlic (minced)

Vegetables & Cheese

½ cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil (drained and sliced thin)
2 cups baby spinach (chopped)
1 cup parmesan cheese (finely shredded)

Liquids & Additional Seasonings

1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (for sauce)
1 teaspoon black pepper (for sauce)
1 teaspoon paprika (for sauce)

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Instructions

Season Chicken: In a bowl, season the bite-sized chicken pieces with ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, and ½ teaspoon paprika. Set aside to let the flavors meld slightly.
Cook Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken and cook until golden brown and fully cooked, approximately 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the cooked chicken from the skillet and set aside.
Sauté Aromatics: Reduce the heat to medium-low and melt 2 tablespoons butter in the same skillet. Add 3 teaspoons minced garlic and ½ cup drained and thinly sliced sun-dried tomatoes, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Make the Sauce: Pour in 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth and 2 cups heavy cream. Add 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon paprika. Whisk continuously until the sauce begins to bubble. Gradually whisk in 1 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce becomes creamy and smooth.
Combine and Simmer: Return the cooked chicken to the skillet along with 2 cups chopped baby spinach and the frozen cheese tortellini. Stir occasionally until the spinach wilts and let everything simmer together for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and pasta to warm through.
Garnish and Serve: Garnish the dish with fresh parsley and additional parmesan cheese if desired. Serve hot and enjoy your creamy, flavorful Marry Me Chicken Tortellini!

Notes

Make sure not to overcook the chicken during the sauté step to keep it juicy.
If the sauce thickens too much, add a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen it.
Fresh parsley is optional but adds a nice freshness and visual appeal.
Use low-sodium chicken broth to control the saltiness of the dish.
You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter sauce, but it may be less creamy.