Description
A creamy pasta dish featuring tender chicken and vibrant sun-dried tomatoes, perfect for romantic dinners or busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 chicken breasts
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes (preferably in oil)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 1 package (typically 9 oz) cheesy tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil for garnish
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
- Add the chicken breasts to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until cooked through.
- Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Toss in the sun-dried tomatoes and sauté for 2-3 minutes.
- Pour the heavy cream into the skillet and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in the grated parmesan cheese until melted.
- Return the chicken to the skillet and add the tortellini, cooking according to package instructions.
- Stir everything together to meld the flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh basil.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh; can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: pasta, chicken, creamy sauce, tortellini, easy recipe