Marry Me Chicken Tortellini Recipe

Marry me chicken tortellini in a cast iron skillet.

5 from 2 votes

Marry Me Chicken Tortellini Recipe

This deliciously creamy, flavorful Marry Me Chicken Tortellini recipe is made with tender chicken, perfectly cooked tortellini, and a rich, cheesy sauce. This one-pan dish is a super simple recipe that delivers big flavors in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time5

Cook Time25

Total Time30

Course: dinner

Cuisine: American, Italian

Servings:

Calories: 215kcal

Author: Nadia

Ingredients

1 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 lb Chicken Breast
¼ cup Gluten-Free Flour
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
½ teaspoon Black Pepper
3 cloves Garlic
2 tablespoon Tomato Paste
1 cup Chicken Broth
½ cup Whole Milk
¼ cup Parmesean Cheese grated
1 teaspoon Paprika
½ teaspoon Oregano
8 Sundried Tomatoes
2 cups Spinach fresh
9 oz Gluten-Free Tortellini fresh

Instructions

Place the gluten-free flour, sea salt, and pepper on a plate and combine. Pat your chicken breasts with a paper towel, then place the chicken breast in the flour mixture, and coat both sides, then set aside.
Place your cast iron skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Add in the chicken and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until evenly golden brown and cooked through. The chicken should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees. Transfer the chicken to a plate, and set aside.
Reduce the heat to low add the tomato paste and garlic to your large skillet and cook for about 1 minute. Add in your chicken stock to deglaze the pan by scraping any bits that have stuck to the bottom of the skillet.
Add in your milk, parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon of paprika, oregano, and sun-dried tomatoes. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper to taste.
In the meantime, bring a large pot of water to a boil over medium-high heat. Cook your tortellini in salted boiling water. You will want to cook your pasta about a minute shy of the package directions, as they will continue to cook in the sauce.
Slice your chicken into bite-sized pieces and add them back into the creamy sauce.
Once the tortellini is cooked, drain and add it to your tomato cream sauce, along with the spinach, and toss to combine. Let the sauce simmer for 1-2 minutes. Once the dish is done, serve it with some fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.

Notes

Expert Tips And Notes

Prep Everything In Advance: This recipe moves fast! So have all of your ingredients prepped and ready before you start cooking.
Don't Overcook Your Pasta: Cook the tortellini about 1 minute shy of the package directions. The pasta will continue to cook in the sauce and you don't want to end up with mush or soggy tortellini!
Taste The Sauce: Don't be afraid to taste the sauce as you go. If you like a stronger flavor, add more herbs and spices.
Use Good Quality Ingredients: High-quality ingredients are the foundation of any great dish. Opt for fresh tortellini, high-quality, free-range chicken, and full-fat grass-fed milk for the sauce. Investing in quality ingredients will elevate the overall taste and nutrition.

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