Description
This One-Pan Marry Me Tortellini is a creamy, flavor-packed pasta dish made with sun-dried tomatoes, parmesan cheese, and a rich, garlicky sauce. Quick to prepare and made in just one pan, this recipe is perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (16 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Optional Additions:
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- ½ tsp paprika (for extra depth)
- ¼ cup white wine (for richer flavor)
- ½ cup cooked chicken or shrimp (for added protein)
Instructions
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Sauté Garlic & Sun-Dried Tomatoes:
- Heat olive oil and butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sun-dried tomatoes. Cook for 30-45 seconds until fragrant.
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Deglaze the Pan (Optional):
- Pour in white wine, stirring to release any browned bits. Simmer for 1-2 minutes.
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Add Tortellini & Liquids:
- Stir in chicken broth, heavy cream, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Add tortellini directly into the sauce, stirring to coat.
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Simmer Until Tender:
- Reduce heat to low, cover, and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Thicken the Sauce:
- Stir in grated parmesan cheese and let it melt.
- Simmer uncovered for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
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Add Spinach & Final Touches:
- Stir in fresh spinach, letting it wilt.
- Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and black pepper.
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Serve & Garnish:
- Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh basil, extra parmesan, and cracked black pepper.
Notes
- For a thicker sauce, let it simmer for an extra minute or stir in more cheese.
- For a lighter version, swap heavy cream for half-and-half or Greek yogurt.
- For a dairy-free option, use coconut milk and nutritional yeast instead of parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: One-Pan
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 65mg