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Irresistible Marry Me Chicken Tortellini: Creamy Spinach and Sun-Dried Tomato Delight

Irresistible Marry Me Chicken Tortellini: A Creamy Delight

Irresistible Marry Me Chicken Tortellini combines creamy spinach and sun-dried tomatoes for a delicious meal.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: comfort food, Creamy Spinach, Irresistible Marry Me Chicken Tortellini, Quick dinner, Sun-Dried Tomato
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 600kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Ingredients

For the Chicken

  • 1 pound Chicken Breast cut into 1-inch chunks
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Italian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tablespoon All-Purpose Flour

For Sautéing

  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Extra-Virgin Olive Oil divided use
  • 1 medium Shallot
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes
  • 1 jar Sun-Dried Tomatoes in Oil

For the Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
  • 1 cup Chicken Broth
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream

For the Pasta

  • 1 pound Cheese Tortellini
  • 2 cups Spinach roughly chopped
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil for garnish
  • Black Pepper to taste
  • Red Pepper Flakes to taste

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • In a bowl, combine the chicken chunks with kosher salt, black pepper, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, and all-purpose flour. Mix until evenly coated.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté the seasoned chicken until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add a splash of olive oil, then add minced garlic, shallot, and sun-dried tomatoes. Sauté until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Stir in the tomato paste and chicken broth, scraping brown bits off the skillet. Simmer for about 2 minutes.
  • Add the cheese tortellini to the mixture and simmer gently for about 3-4 minutes until al dente and coated.
  • Stir in the cooked chicken, spinach, heavy cream, and grated Parmesan cheese. Mix until creamy and well combined. Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan.

Notes

Serve with a light salad or warm garlic bread for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 600kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 140mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 600mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 800IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 300mg | Iron: 3mg