Marry Me Chicken Tortellini Recipe
Looking for a dinner that’s romantic and delicious? Try the Marry Me Chicken Tortellini Recipe! This creamy, flavorful dish combines tender chicken with cheesy tortellini.
Ingredients
- 1 lb cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
- 2 chicken breasts cut into cubes
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Cook tortellini until al dente. Drain and set aside.
- Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.
- Add chicken and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook chicken until golden and cooked through.
- Add garlic and red pepper flakes. Stir quickly.
- Pour in chicken broth. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Add cream and sun-dried tomatoes. Stir gently.
- Let sauce simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese. Let it melt smoothly.
- Add cooked tortellini to skillet. Toss well.
- Let flavors blend for 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with basil. Serve warm and fresh.
Notes
- Use fresh tortellini for better texture.
- Sear chicken for a deeper flavor boost.
- Don’t overcook cream—keep heat low.
- Stir sauce gently to avoid splitting.
- Fresh basil adds a lovely finishing touch.