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One pot Marry Me Tortellini with creamy Parmesan sauce, sun-dried tomatoes, spinach, and fresh basil

Marry Me Tortellini

This one-pot Marry Me Tortellini combines cheese-filled tortellini, sun-dried tomatoes, Parmesan cheese, and a creamy Italian-seasoned sauce for an easy weeknight dinner that's ready in about 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Course: Dinner, Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Italian, Italian-American, Italian-Inspired
Calories: 523
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

Equipment

  • Large deep skillet or sauté pan: for cooking the entire dish in one pan
  • Measuring cups and spoons for accurate ingredient measurements
  • Wooden spoon: for stirring the sauce and tortellini

Method
 

  1. Melt the butter in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add the shallot and cook for 2-3 minutes until softened. Stir in the garlic, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, and red pepper flakes and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  2. Add the tortellini and chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini is tender.
  3. Reduce the heat to low. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and sun-dried tomatoes. Continue stirring until the cheese is melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
  4. Add the spinach and basil and stir until the spinach is wilted. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
  5. Serve immediately with additional Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, and extra red pepper flakes if desired.

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Notes

  • Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheating: Reheat gently on the stovetop or in the microwave with a splash of chicken broth or cream to loosen the sauce.
  • Make Ahead: This recipe is best served fresh, but you can gently reheat it with a splash of chicken broth or cream.
  • Substitution: Use frozen tortellini if needed, adding 2-3 extra minutes to the cooking time. Traditional Italian seasoning can be substituted for The Spice Girl Kitchen Italian Seasoning.
  • Protein Addition: Stir in 2 cups shredded rotisserie chicken after adding the cream for an easy Marry Me Chicken Tortellini variation.
  • Cheese Tip: Freshly grated Parmesan melts more smoothly and creates a creamier sauce than pre-shredded Parmesan.
  • Nutrition (per serving, 6 servings): 523 calories, 28g fat, 46g carbs, 23g protein, 3g fiber. Nutrition information is an estimate. Actual values may vary based on specific ingredients and brands used.