Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a mixing bowl, season the chicken pieces with ½ teaspoon black pepper, ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning, and ½ teaspoon paprika.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned chicken to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, until browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons of butter. Once melted, add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the sliced sun-dried tomatoes and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Pour in 1 cup of chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the skillet.
- Add 2 cups of heavy cream, 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 teaspoon paprika. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer.
- Add the frozen cheese tortellini to the skillet, ensuring they are submerged in the sauce. Cover and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini is tender and cooked through.
- Return the cooked chicken to the skillet and stir in 1 cup of Parmesan cheese until melted and the sauce thickens.
- Add 2 cups of chopped spinach and cook for about 2 minutes until wilted.
- Remove from heat and let rest for a few minutes to allow the sauce to thicken further. Garnish with fresh parsley or basil before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat with a splash of chicken broth or milk if the sauce thickens too much. This is a high protein recipe.
