Marry Me Chicken Tortellini: Indulgent Recipe for Lovers
A delightful recipe perfect for a romantic dinner.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups tortellini
- 1 pound chicken breast
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add chicken and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute.
- Stir in heavy cream, parmesan cheese, and Italian seasoning. Cook until slightly thickened.
- In a separate pot, cook tortellini according to package instructions, then drain.
- Add tortellini to the sauce and mix well to combine.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with a side salad.
- Substitute grilled chicken for shredded chicken for a different texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 40g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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