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Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Spinach Tortelliniโฆthe best any night of the week dinner that feels extra special. Lightly breaded chicken seared until golden with nutty browned butter. The chicken is finished in a simple white wine pan sauce with spinach and parmesan cheese. Itโs delicious, especially with an extra sprinkling of parm on top. Every bite is layered with delicious flavors and the creamiest sauce. The perfect way to spend a relaxing night in the kitchen with family and friends.
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Some nights require something fun, while other nights require something crazy easy, but yet still totally delicious. Tonight we needed crazy easy and totally delicious. And thatโs exactly what this chicken tortellini is. I canโt really tell you what inspired this, but what I can say is that this entire year Iโve really been on a cheesy tortellini kick. This cute little cheese-filled pasta has made its way into many recipes. This dish is just yet another and proves it has many ways of being delicious.
I love simple skillet dinners like this. This is an idea Iโve had in the back of my head for a bit now. I finally made it, and it actually turned out better than the picture I had in my head. That rarely happens with recipes, so I knew right away this dish was special.
Jumping right into the details of this one!
The simple details.
If you love a good skillet seared crispy chicken, youโll love this slight twist even more. Itโs all about that creamy parmesan sauce. Itโs hinted with garlic and butter and really just one of those sauces that everyone loves.
Start with the chicken. If youโve made chicken parmesan this is very similar. Simply dredge the chicken through a mix of flour, then pan-sear it in a hot skillet. This allows the chicken to form a nice golden crust on the outside. Using thin chicken cutlets is key. The thin chicken cooks evenly and browns nicely in a short amount of time.
Tip:ย if your grocery store does not carry chicken cutlets, as a swap, try asking your butcher to pound out chicken breasts for you. This is super easy to do at home, but truthfullyโฆitโs just not that much fun. The butcher can quickly pound out the chicken and save you the troubleโฆand the mess.
Also, you can easily make this chicken gluten-free by replacing the flour withย almond flour. Or use your favorite gluten-free flour blend (I likeย cup4cup).
Once the chicken is seared, pull it out of the skillet and toss in a bit of butter, shallots, garlic, and plenty of thyme. Again, allow that butter to brown, creating an even more delicious flavor around the garlic. Now, stir in the spinach and let it wilt into the butter.
At this point, add in the wine, simmer until reduced, then stir in the tortellini and cream. Allow everything to simmer and thicken into a delicious creamy sauce. I add the tortellini towards the end of cooking to ensure it doesnโt get mushy in the creamy sauce. It only needs a few minutes to soften before itโs ready to serve. When the tortellini is just about ready, I add the chicken back to the skillet and let it cook another minute or two until everything has warmed throughout.
SIMPLE.
Finish it up.
I like to first spoon the chicken out onto a plate, then spoon the sauce and tortellini over the chicken, really submerging the chicken in the sauce. The saucier, the better.
And then lastly, I squeeze a little lemon over top for a layer of freshness.
Yummmโฆand super easy. Perfect for just about any night of the week. I love how quickly and easily this comes together. It really is one of those โno fussโ, easy, delicious dinners that everyone loves. Already excited to make it again very soon.
Cannot wait!
Looking for other skillet dinners? Here are a few to try:
One Skillet Cheesy Cuban Chicken Rice Bake
Skillet Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken and Orzo
One Skillet French Onion Tater Tot Casserole
Skillet Saucy Chicken Tortilla Enchilada Rice Bake
Lastly, if you make this Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Spinach Tortellini be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! Above all, I love to hear from you guys and always do my best to respond to each and every comment. And of course, if you do make this recipe, donโt forget to tag me on Instagram! Looking through the photos of recipes you all have made is my favorite!
Creamy Parmesan Chicken and Spinach Tortellini
Ingredientsย
- 4-6 chicken cutlets or 3 boneless chicken breasts sliced in half horizontally
- kosher salt and black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 2 shallots, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, finely chopped or grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves , (or 2 teaspoons dried thyme)
- red pepper flakes
- 3 cups fresh baby spinach
- 3/4 cup dry white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc
- 1 cup low sodium chicken broth
- 1 pound fresh or frozen cheese tortellini
- 3/4 cup heavy cream or canned coconut milk
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- juice from 1 lemon
Instructionsย
- 1. Season the chicken with salt and pepper. Place the flour and garlic powder in a shallow bowl and dredge the chicken through the flour mix, pressing to adhere.2. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet set over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers, add the chicken and sear on both sides until golden, about 5 minutes per side. Remove the chicken from the skillet.3. To the skillet, add 1 tablespoon olive oil, the shallots, garlic, thyme, and a pinch each of red pepper chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Cook 3-4 minutes, until fragrant. Add butter and spinach. Cook another 2-3 minutes, until the spinach is wilted.4. Pour in the wine and broth. Cook 8 minutes until reduced slightly, then add the tortellini and cook another 2 minutes. Pour in the cream and add the parmesan, stirring until melted and creamy. Add the chicken back to the skillet and simmer for 5 minutes or until warmed through and the sauce has thickened slightly. 5. Serve the chicken topped with the spinach cream sauce. Squeeze over a bit of lemon juice and a sprinkling of parmesan.
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I made this recipe several times itโs outstanding ! Everyone absolutely loved it !
Hey Laura,
Thanks for cooking this recipe and for the feedback, so glad it was a win! Have a great day!
Made this a few times. Always a hit with everyone whoโs tried it. Thank you
Hey Linda,
Awesome! Love to hear this recipe was a hit, thanks a bunch for making it and your feedback!
Love this recipe so much! Iโve made it 10+ times and have switched out the chicken for ground hot Italian sausage and itโs unreal! Iโm wondering if lite coconut milk would work as a substitute to make it a little lighter. What do you think Tieghan?
Hey Jess,
Awesome! I appreciate you making this recipe so often, so glad to hear it is always a hit! Yes, I think coconut milk would work nicely for you!
Thank you!
So rich and delicious! Surprising high notes that made it feel fresh!
Thanks so much, Lauren! Glad to hear this recipe turned out well for you! Have a great day!
A favorite in our house!
Hi Amy,
Fantastic! I appreciate you making this recipe and your comment! So glad it was enjoyed:)
Happy Holidays!
Absolutely love this dish!! Iโve made this dish so many times itโs become my โsignatureโ at our house. So flavourful and filling, and always look forward to leftovers (if there is any!)
Hi Kane,
Happy Sunday! Thanks a lot for making this recipe so often and your comment. So glad to hear it is always enjoyed!
This was a crowd favorite with the teenagers in the house. I’m wondering if I could add some more veggies to it – what would go with it?
Would it work to add the spinach at a later point in the recipe? It was cooked very through by the end of it and almost not green anymore.
Hey Nicola, Happy Friday! I’m so glad to hear you loved the recipe, thanks so much for making it! Sure, you could wait to add the spinach. I think mushrooms and broccoli would also be delicious here. xT
Delicious-my family loved it.
Thank you so much Ellen! Love to hear you and your family enjoyed this recipe! ๐ xT