30-Minute Marry Me Chicken with Tortellini
30-Minute Marry Me Chicken with Tortellini is a quick and delectable dish perfect for impressing a date or treating yourself after a long day. Tender chicken breasts are seared to golden perfection and simmered in a creamy garlic sauce, then tossed with al dente cheese tortellini. This one-pan meal combines rich flavors and elegant presentation, ensuring a delightful dining experience in just half an hour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Searing/Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp dried Italian herbs (basil, oregano, thyme)
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add 2 tbsp olive oil.
- Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper on both sides. Sear in the skillet for about 5 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove chicken from the skillet. Add minced garlic; sauté until fragrant.
- Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth, stirring constantly.
- Stir in dried herbs and Parmesan cheese; simmer for about 3 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions until al dente; drain and toss into the sauce along with the chicken.
- Serve warm, drizzled with extra sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 304g)
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 36g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 160mg
Keywords: - For added nutrition, incorporate vegetables like spinach or sun-dried tomatoes into the dish. - Swap out tortellini for your favorite pasta type if desired.