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Marry Me Chicken Tortellini

This Marry Me Chicken Tortellini is a quick and tasty dinner perfect for picky eaters and busy weeknights. The luscious, cheesy sauce is filled with delicious flavors — it’s unlikely to have leftovers!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Marry Me Chicken Tortellini
Servings: 4
Calories: 612kcal
Author: Jill

Ingredients

  • 1 pound chicken boneless, skinless, cut into bite size pieces
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 2 cups Parmesan cheese shredded
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1/2 cup sun dried tomatoes chopped
  • 1 19 oz frozen cheese tortellini

Instructions

  • Toss your diced chicken with the salt, pepper, paprika and garlic powder.
  • In a large skillet over medium high heat add the butter and chicken.
  • Saute your chicken until browned and cooked through. 
  • Remove the chicken and set aside.
  • Reduce the heat in the pan to medium.
  • To the pan add your garlic, chicken broth, heavy cream, red pepper flakes and sundried tomatoes.
  • Bring up to a simmer and add your tortellini.
  • Cover and reduce heat to low for 7-9 minutes or until the tortellini is cooked through.
  • Add the chicken and parmesan cheese to the pan and stir to combine. Serve

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Nutrition

Calories: 612kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 49g | Saturated Fat: 28g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 158mg | Sodium: 1287mg | Potassium: 722mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1911IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 664mg | Iron: 2mg