Creamy Tuscan Chicken Tortellini
An easy one-pan tortellini with chicken, sun-dried tomatoes, and spinach all in a creamy parmesan sauce.
This one-pan chicken tortellini dish is so easy to make and it’s just packed with flavour! The main ingredients are the chicken and tortellini in a creamy sauce that’s flavoured with Italian seasoning, parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, onions and garlic. Spinach, lemon juice and basil finish it off, adding a brightness and freshness! Everything comes together in no time making this a great option for busy nights and it’s sure to please any time!
IOngredients:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound boneless and skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite sized pieces
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning (or oregano)
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
1 1/2 cups chicken broth
1 cup heavy/whipping cream
1 pound fresh/refrigerated cheese tortellini (gluten-free for gluten-free)
1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced
1/3 cup parmigiano reggiano (parmesan cheese), grated
2 cups spinach, coarsely chopped
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)
salt and pepper to taste
2 tablespoon fresh basil, thinly sliced.
directions:
Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the chicken, seasoned with the Italian seasoning, and cook, about 6-10 minutes, before setting aside.
Add the onion and cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes.
Add the garlic and red pepper flakes and cook until fragrant, about a minute.
Add the broth, cream, tortellini, chicken, and sun-dried tomatoes, mix, bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer until the tortellini is tender, about 5 minutes.
Add the parmesan, mix, and let it melt into the sauce, about a minute.
Add the spinach, mix, and let it wilt, about 2 minutes.
Add the lemon juice, season with salt and pepper to taste, garnish with the basil and enjoy!
