Marry Me Chicken Tortellini Recipe
This creamy, savory, and flavor-packed dish brings together tender bites of chicken, cheese-filled tortellini, and a rich, garlicky Parmesan sauce that will have you coming back for seconds.
Ingredients
- 2 large Chicken breasts (sliced into cubes)
- 1/2 cup Flour
- 1/2 teaspoon each of salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 2 tablespoons Minced garlic
- 1 cup Chicken broth
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon Each of oregano and thyme
- 1/3 cup Chopped sun dried tomatoes
- 1 19 ounce Bag of frozen tortellini
Instructions
- A shallow dish can be used to mix the flour, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Dredge the chicken breasts in the flour mixture, ensuring they are evenly coated on both sides.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side or until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- Take the chicken out of the skillet and set it aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic, sundried tomatoes, and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese melts.
- Mix in the red pepper flakes, oregano, and thyme. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes.
- Add 1 bag of frozen tortellini to the skillet. Cover and cook for a few minutes or until the tortellini is tender.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and heat through.
- Serve immediately, garnished with extra Parmesan cheese or herbs if desired.