Marry Me Chicken Tortellini
A creamy and delicious pasta dish featuring chicken and cheese tortellini, perfect for impressing loved ones.
Equipment
- Large Skillet For cooking chicken and sauce.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken breast, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 0.5 tsp kosher salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1.5 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.25 tsp red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup sun-dried tomatoes in oil, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup tomato paste
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 lb cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 cups spinach, roughly chopped
- 0.5 cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Season the chicken: In a medium bowl, combine chicken chunks with salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and smoked paprika. Toss to coat the chicken. Add flour and gently toss to lightly coat the chicken.
- Cook the chicken: In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter with 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the seasoned chicken in an even layer. Cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Transfer the cooked chicken to a plate.
- Build the sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining olive oil, garlic, shallot, and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté for about 3 minutes until softened. Season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Add tomato paste and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
- Add pasta: Stir in the tortellini, bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes until the tortellini is cooked. Stir halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Finish it up: Remove the lid and add the cooked chicken, spinach, cream, and parmesan cheese. Stir until everything is well combined. Serve hot with fresh basil, extra parmesan, and cracked black pepper.
Notes
Recipe notes: For a twist, try adding mushrooms or roasted bell peppers for extra flavor and texture.