“Marry Me” Chicken & Tortellini is a delicious and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken breasts with creamy tomato sauce and cheesy tortellini. Here’s a recipe for this delightful meal:
Ingredients:
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 package (20 ounces) refrigerated tortellini
- Fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Preparation time: 15 minutes Cooking time: 30 minutes Total time: 45 minutes
Preparation:
- Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides and cooked through, about 6-8 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add diced onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.
- Add diced tomatoes (with their juice), chicken broth, heavy cream, dried basil, dried oregano, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook for about 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the sauce to thicken slightly.
- While the sauce is simmering, cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- Return the cooked chicken breasts to the skillet with the sauce and let them simmer in the sauce for an additional 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- To serve, place a portion of cooked tortellini on a plate, top with a chicken breast, and spoon some of the creamy tomato sauce over the top.
- Garnish with freshly chopped basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese.
- Enjoy the “Marry Me” Chicken & Tortellini while it’s warm and flavorful.