Description
Marry Me Tortellini is a creamy, indulgent pasta dish featuring cheese tortellini tossed in a rich sun-dried tomato Parmesan cream sauce. Inspired by the viral ‘Marry Me Chicken’ recipe, it offers a luxurious, vegetarian comfort food option that’s perfect for weeknights or special dinners.
Ingredients
- 1 (20 oz) package cheese tortellini
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and chopped)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat and sauté garlic until fragrant.
- Add chopped sun-dried tomatoes and cook for 1 minute to release their flavor.
- Pour in the heavy cream, then stir in Parmesan cheese, red pepper flakes, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Simmer gently until the sauce thickens.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
- Garnish with fresh basil and additional Parmesan cheese if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use frozen tortellini if desired; adjust cooking time per package instructions.
- Add grilled chicken or shrimp for extra protein.
- To make it vegan, use plant-based cream and cheese alternatives.
- Add greens like spinach or kale for extra nutrients.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days and reheat gently with added cream or milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
