Marry Me Chicken Tortellini

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Step 1

1. In a large pot, heat 1 tbsp of sun-dried tomato oil and 1 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add the chicken and cook until no longer pink in the center. Remove from the pot, cut into bite-sized pieces, and set aside. (Alt. Option is to cut the chicken into bite-sized size pieces prior to cooking. This can help speed up the cooking process. I also like to slightly season with additional garlic powder, salt, pepper, and italian seasoning.)

Step 2

2. Reduce heat to low. In the same pot, add the shallots, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, and paprika. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shallots soften. Add garlic and cook for an additional minute, until fragrant.

Step 3

3. Clear a space in the center of the pot and add tomato paste. Let it cook undisturbed for about 1 minute, then Stir to combine with the other ingredients. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to deepen the flavor.

Step 4

4. Pour in the white wine, stirring to deglaze the pot, and allow it to reduce for 1-2 minutes.

Step 5

5. Add the chicken broth. scraping any browned bits from the bottom. Bring to a simmer.

Step 6

6. Add tortellini to the simmering broth and stir. Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tortellini is tender.

Step 7

7. Once the tortellini is cooked, lower the heat and stir in the cream and parmesan. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the cheese is melted and the sauce is creamy. If the sauce is too thick, add a bit more broth.

Step 8

8. Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, cooked chicken, and Spinach. Cook until the spinach is wilted and everything is heated through. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Step 9

9. Serve with extra parmesan, freshly cracked black Serve pepper, and fresh basil on top.