Marry Me Chicken Tortellini – A Heart-Stealing Creamy Dish Recipe
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a creamy, heart-stealing dish that combines tender chicken with cheesy tortellini in a rich, savory sauce. Perfect for date nights or family gatherings, this recipe offers an effortless way to impress your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 (9 oz) package cheese tortellini
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and cook the chicken for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- Boil water in a pot and cook the tortellini according to package instructions; drain and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant. Stir in heavy cream and Parmesan; simmer until slightly thickened.
- Slice the chicken and return it to the skillet along with the tortellini; toss to coat in sauce.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (about 350g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 54g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 100mg