Description
Prepare to be swept off your feet with this decadent “Marry Me Chicken Tortellini” recipe! This dish is the perfect way to impress your significant other and set the mood for a romantic evening. With its irresistible combination of tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a creamy garlic-parmesan sauce, this meal is sure to have your partner begging for your hand in marriage (or at least a second date).
Ingredients
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 (9 oz) package cheese tortellini
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
1. Start by seasoning the chicken breasts with garlic powder, onion powder, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and cook the chicken for 5-7 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside.
2. While the chicken is cooking, bring a pot of salted water to a boil and cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain the tortellini and set it aside.
3. In the same skillet used for the chicken, melt the butter over medium heat. Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute, until fragrant. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and red pepper flakes (if using). Let the sauce simmer for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to a creamy consistency.
4. Slice the cooked chicken and return it to the skillet with the tortellini. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and chicken in the delectable garlic-Parmesan sauce. Garnish with fresh, chopped basil and serve this “Marry Me Chicken Tortellini” masterpiece warm and ready to impress.
Notes
If you’re lucky enough to have leftovers of this “Marry Me Chicken Tortellini,” you can store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. When ready to reheat, simply place the leftovers in a skillet and warm them over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through. The creamy sauce may thicken up a bit, so you can add a splash of milk or cream to loosen it up if needed.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 800
- Fat: 35
- Saturated Fat: 20
- Unsaturated Fat: 10
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 50
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 30
- Cholesterol: 150