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Marry Me Chicken Tortellini
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini combines everything you love about the viral recipe with the ease of cheese tortellini in one creamy, flavorful skillet. It's comfort food that actually fits into your weeknight schedule.
Servings 4
Calories 364kcal
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts cut into bite-sized cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ¾ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
- 1 cup half and half
- 1 ½ cup chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated
- 1 12-14 ounce package tortellini
- 2 cups baby spinach fresh, coarsely chopped
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Season the chicken with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 6 to 7 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes and garlic to the skillet. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant, then stir in the Italian seasoning.
- Reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1 minute. Whisk in the chicken broth, half and half, and Parmesan until smooth.
- Simmer the sauce for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened.
- Return the chicken to the skillet with the spinach. Stir until the spinach just begins to wilt.
- Add the tortellini, toss gently, and serve hot with extra Parmesan and fresh basil if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 364kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 794mg | Potassium: 1422mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 2078IU | Vitamin C: 17mg | Calcium: 287mg | Iron: 4mg