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Marry Me Chicken Tortellini

This tortellini version of Marry Me Chicken is quick, easy, and always a hit—it's been a longtime favorite in my house!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time50 minutes
Total Time1 hour
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Dinner, Marry Me Chicken, skillet meal, Tortellini
Servings: 6 Serving
Calories: 744kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large chicken breasts cut or sliced into cubes
  • 1/2 cup of flour
  • 1/2 tsp each of salt pepper, paprika, and garlic powder
  • 2 TBSP olive oil
  • 2 TBSP butter
  • 2 TBSP of minced garlic
  • 1 cup of chicken broth
  • 1 cup of heavy cream
  • 1 cup of Parmesan cheese
  • 1 tsp of red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp each of oregano and thyme
  • 1/3 cup of chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1 19- oz bag of frozen tortellini

Instructions

  • Mix together flour, salt, pepper, garlic, and paprika.
  • Dredge chicken breasts into the flour/seasoning mixture.
  • In a skillet, heat olive oil and butter on medium heat.
  • Cook chicken for 4–5 minutes on each side until golden and 165°F.
  • Take the chicken out of the skillet and set aside.
  • Add garlic, sun-dried tomatoes, and chicken broth to the skillet.
  • Lower heat and add heavy cream and Parmesan cheese.
  • Add red pepper flakes, oregano, and thyme.
  • Stir together well and let simmer.
  • Add one bag of frozen tortellini, cover, and cook for a few minutes.
  • Once tortellini is tender, add chicken back to the skillet and serve.

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