One-Pan Marry Me Tortellini
One-Pan Marry Me Tortellini is a delightful, creamy pasta dish that combines tender cheese tortellini with fresh spinach and juicy cherry tomatoes, all enveloped in a rich sauce. Perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a cozy night in, this easy-to-make recipe is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights. Each bite promises a burst of flavor that could lead to romantic confessions at the dinner table!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves fresh garlic (minced)
- 4 oz fresh spinach
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 4 oz cream cheese (softened)
- 1 tsp dried Italian herbs
Instructions
- Preheat a large skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Sauté minced garlic for about one minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Add cherry tomatoes and spinach; cook until softened, about three minutes.
- Pour in chicken broth and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in softened cream cheese and dried herbs until well combined.
- Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually three to five minutes.
- Serve with a drizzle of olive oil or freshly grated parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 430
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 390mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 40mg