Marry Me Tortellini – Creamy, Cheesy, Irresistible Bliss!

This dish brings all the magic of the viral Marry Me flavor into a rich, velvety tortellini dinner. Bursting with creamy sun-dried tomato sauce and savory cheese-filled pasta it’s a comfort food dream come true!

Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and chopped)
• 1 tsp chili flakes (optional, for a mild kick)
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
• Fresh basil or parsley for garnish

Directions:

1. Sauté Garlic: In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
2. Make the Sauce: Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer. Stir in the heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, oregano, chili flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer for 4–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
3. Cook Tortellini: Meanwhile, cook the tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
4. Combine: Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce. Toss gently to coat each piece evenly in the creamy mixture.
5. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with chopped basil or parsley and serve immediately.

Nutritional Information:

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins
Kcal: ~450 per serving | Servings: 4

Marry Me Tortellini

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• Author: Ena Recipes
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

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Description

A creamy, dreamy tortellini dish that’s rich with sun-dried tomato flavor and loaded with cheese. It’s a one-pan wonder perfect for romantic dinners or cozy comfort food nights  so delicious it just might lead to a proposal!

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Ingredients

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• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 cup chicken broth

• 1 cup heavy cream

• ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil, drained and chopped)

• 1 tsp chili flakes (optional)

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 package (9 oz) cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)

• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

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Instructions

• Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.

• Pour in chicken broth and bring to a simmer.

• Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, chili flakes, oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 4–5 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

• While the sauce simmers, cook the tortellini according to package directions. Drain and set aside.

• Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and gently stir to coat well.

 

• Garnish with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm.

Notes

You can substitute vegetable broth for chicken broth for a vegetarian version.

Add grilled chicken or mushrooms for extra protein or texture.

Fresh tortellini cooks faster and yields the best results for this dish.

• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Category: Dinner, Pasta
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: Italian-inspired

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 1¼ cups)
• Calories: ~450 kcal
• Sugar: ~4 g
• Sodium: ~640 mg
• Fat: ~30 g
• Saturated Fat: ~15 g
• Unsaturated Fat: ~13 g
• Trans Fat: 0 g
• Carbohydrates: ~30 g
• Fiber: ~2 g
• Protein: ~12 g
• Cholesterol: ~70 mg