Description
One-Pan Marry Me Tortellini is a quick and irresistible dish made with cheese tortellini simmered in a rich sun-dried tomato cream sauce. This easy 20-minute recipe delivers bold flavors with garlic, Italian seasoning, and fresh spinach, making it a perfect choice for busy weeknights. Whether you’re looking for easy dinner recipes or quick dinner ideas, this creamy tortellini dish will win over everyone at the table!
Ingredients
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- 2 tbsp oil from jarred sun-dried tomatoes
- 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and chopped
- 2 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 (18-oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for garnish)
- Salt and pepper to taste (if needed)
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the oil from the sun-dried tomatoes, chopped tomatoes, and garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the flour, Italian seasoning, and paprika to create a roux.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil. Let it simmer for 3-5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Add the cheese tortellini and stir to coat in the sauce. Simmer for 3-5 minutes until the tortellini is cooked through.
- Turn off the heat and stir in the heavy cream, fresh spinach, and Parmesan cheese. Stir gently until the spinach wilts.
- Season with salt and pepper if needed. Garnish with red pepper flakes and serve immediately.
Notes
- Swap chicken broth for vegetable broth for a vegetarian version.
- Add cooked chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- Adjust the spice level by increasing or omitting red pepper flakes.
- Serve with garlic bread or a side salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 80mg