Name: Creamy Tomato Spinach Tortellini: Quick Italian Meal
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 1 (12 ounce) package frozen cheese tortellini; 1/3 cup sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil, drained and oil reserved; 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut in bite-sized pieces; Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste; 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 cup heavy cream; 2/3 cup dry white wine; 1 cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drained; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil, plus more for garnish; 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish

Indulge in this exquisite pasta dish where delicate cheese tortellini meet a luscious creamy tomato sauce, studded with savory sun-dried tomatoes, tender chicken, and vibrant spinach. A symphony of flavors that will transport you to culinary paradise!

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Cook the Tortellini: Fill a large pot with lightly salted water and bring to a rolling boil. Stir in tortellini and return to a boil. Cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini float to the top but are still slightly firm, about 2 minutes. Drain well. (2 minutes)

02

Step

Prepare the Chicken and Aromatics: Thinly slice sun-dried tomatoes. Heat 1 tablespoon of the reserved tomato oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper. Add chicken to the skillet and sauté until golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and stir for 30 seconds until fragrant. (4.5 minutes)

03

Step

Create the Sauce: Pour in sun-dried tomatoes, diced tomatoes, heavy cream, and white wine; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover skillet, and simmer until chicken is just cooked through, about 3 minutes. (3 minutes)

04

Step

Combine and Thicken: Transfer chicken to a separate dish. Add spinach and basil to the skillet and stir. Increase heat slightly and boil until sauce thickens enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 3 minutes. Season sauce with salt and pepper. (3 minutes)

05

Step

Finish and Serve: Return chicken and cooked tortellini to skillet; cook and stir over medium heat until heated through, about 2 minutes more. Stir in Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately, garnished with fresh basil and extra Parmesan cheese. (2 minutes)