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Marry Me Chicken Tortellini Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Tortellini Recipe

Marry Me Chicken Tortellini
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine American, Italian
Servings 4
Calories 650 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound chicken breasts diced
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 20 ounces cheese tortellini fresh
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil chopped

Instructions
 

  • Heat oil in a large skillet.
  • Season diced chicken with salt and pepper.
  • Cook chicken until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add garlic. Sauté until fragrant.
  • Add sun-dried tomatoes. Stir for one minute.
  • Pour in chicken broth and heavy cream.
  • Add Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes.
  • Bring sauce to a gentle simmer.
  • Stir in grated Parmesan cheese. Let it melt.
  • Cook tortellini as package says. Drain well.
  • Return chicken to skillet. Stir to coat in sauce.
  • Add cooked tortellini. Toss everything together.
  • Garnish with fresh basil. Serve warm.

Notes

  1. Use fresh tortellini for best taste.
  2. Don’t overcook the chicken pieces.
  3. Add extra cheese for more flavor.
  4. Adjust red pepper flakes for heat.
  5. Use fresh garlic instead of powder.
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