Creamy Tomato Tortellini with Chicken and Bacon

Step 1

Place the bacon in a large skillet over medium high heat and cook until the bacon is cooked and crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon. Discard all but about 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease, and return the pan to the heat. Add the garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds, then stir in the chicken stock and the diced tomatoes. Season with the Italian seasoning. Cook until heated through, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Add the cream cheese. Continue to cook, stirring often, until the cream cheese is melted and the mixture has slightly thickened, about 10 minutes.

Step 2

While the sauce is cooking, cook the tortellini according to the package directions.

Step 3

When the sauce is thickened, add the cooked tortellini, the chicken, and the bacon. Stir to combine. Serve topped with parmesan cheese, if desired.