Marry Me Chicken Tortellini: A Juicy Comfort Food Delight
Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a delightful and comforting dish that combines juicy chicken with rich flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breasts
- 2 cups tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add chicken breasts and season with garlic powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Cook until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add heavy cream and bring to a simmer.
- Add tortellini to the skillet and cook according to package instructions until tender.
- Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet.
- Sprinkle in grated Parmesan cheese and stir until melted and well combined.
- Serve warm, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a fresh salad.
- Leftovers can be reheated in the microwave.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg