Oh my, I normally like this as a soup, but the casserole version is even better!
Discover the magic of Sun-dried Tomato and Chicken Tortellini Bake, a dish that brings families together. This hearty recipe is filled with succulent chicken, flavorful tortellini, and the rich essence of sun-dried tomatoes. Follow the step-by-step guide to create a dish that will surely become a family favorite.
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Ingredients:
| Ingredients | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Chopped cooked chicken | 2 cups |
| Refrigerated cheese tortellini | 1 (9-ounce) package |
| Sun-dried tomatoes in oil, drained and chopped (reserve 2 tablespoons oil) | 1 (8-ounce) jar |
| Small onion, diced | 1 |
| Cloves garlic, minced | 3 |
| Baby spinach leaves | 2 cups |
| Heavy cream | 1 cup |
| Chicken broth | 1 1/2 cups |
| Dried basil | 1 teaspoon |
| Dried oregano | 1 teaspoon |
| Shredded mozzarella cheese | 2 cups |
| Grated Parmesan cheese | 1/2 cup |
| Salt and pepper | To taste |
| Fresh basil leaves for garnish (optional) | Optional |
Instructions:
- Preheat and Prepare Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. Get out a good-sized baking dish and set it aside.
- Cook Tortellini Boil a large pot of water and cook the tortellini just shy of al dente; they’ll continue cooking in the oven. Drain well.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic Sauté diced onion in 2 tablespoons of reserved tomato oil until soft and golden. Add garlic and sauté for another minute.
- Combine Ingredients Stir in sun-dried tomatoes, chopped cooked chicken, and baby spinach until everything is mixed. Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Season with basil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Let it simmer.
- Mix with Tortellini Toss partially cooked tortellini into the skillet mixture. Gently pour everything into the prepared baking dish.
- Cheese Topping Sprinkle mozzarella and Parmesan cheese on top. No skimping on the cheese!
- Bake to Perfection Cover with foil and bake for 20 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is bubbly and golden.
- Rest and Garnish Let it rest for 5 minutes and then garnish with fresh basil if available. Serve up this heartwarming dish to your family and watch them come together.
