Marry Me Chicken Tortellini – A Creamy, Romantic One-Pot Dinner
A creamy, cheesy, one-pan pasta featuring tender chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and cheese tortellini in a garlic parmesan sauce — perfect for romantic dinners or cozy nights in.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4–6 servings 1x
Ingredients
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tbsp butter
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2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, thinly sliced
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Salt, black pepper, paprika to season
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2 shallots, finely diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
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1½ cups chicken broth
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1 cup heavy cream
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1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini (refrigerated or frozen)
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¾ cup grated parmesan cheese
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1 tsp dried oregano
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½ tsp thyme
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Red pepper flakes (optional)
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Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
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Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt, pepper, and paprika. Sear until golden and cooked through, about 4–5 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
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In the same pan, sauté shallots for 2 minutes, then add garlic and cook until fragrant.
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Add sun-dried tomatoes and chicken broth. Simmer for 2–3 minutes.
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Stir in heavy cream and reduce heat. Simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Add tortellini, cover, and cook 5–7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Stir in parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
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Return chicken to the pan, stir, and let heat through for 2–3 minutes.
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Garnish with red pepper flakes and parsley before serving.
Notes
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Add spinach, mushrooms, or peas for extra veggies.
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Substitute with leftover or rotisserie chicken.
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Reheat with broth or cream to keep sauce creamy.