Marry Me Chicken Tortellini Easy Dinner Recipe
If you’re hunting for a meal that tastes like you spent hours crafting it—but actually takes less time than deciding what to binge-watch next—this Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is your golden ticket. We’re talking tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a dreamy sun-dried tomato cream sauce, all cozied up in one skillet. It's perfect for busy nights, casual weekends, or anytime you need food that feels like a hug. And hey, don’t be surprised if someone proposes after they take one bite.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1 (20-ounce) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- Fresh basil, for garnish
Instructions
- Season the chicken breasts with garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, pour in the heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir to combine.
- Add the sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until it starts to thicken.
- Stir in the tortellini and cook according to the package instructions, stirring occasionally.
- Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet, letting it soak up all that creamy goodness.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving and enjoy every dreamy bite!