Chicken Tortellini Primavera

This is a recipe I've made since before my son was born and it's always been a hit!  People are always surprised at how delicious it is combined with how easy it is to make!

Ingredients:
I lb boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into small pieces
1 pkg cream cheese, softened
1 pkg frozen chopped spinach
1 Tsp Italian seasoning
1 16 oz. package tortellini (frozen, dried, fresh- your choice)
1/2 c. milk
1/4 c. grated Parmesan cheese
1 medium tomato, diced
1/2 c. onion, diced
1/2 lb mushrooms, washed and sliced
1 Tbsp olive Oil
1 tsp garlic powder
salt and pepper


Thaw the spinach and drain it thoroughly, it is important that you use chopped spinach.If the spinach isn't chopped, it gets all tangled up in a big heap and doesn't disperse through out the dish.

Prepare tortellini per package directions. In the mean time, over medium heat, sauté chicken with mushrooms, onions, and seasonings until chicken is browned and onions are translucent. Cube the cream cheese and place in skillet with chicken, it will start to melt. Add in the Parmesan cheese. When cream cheese has gotten creamy, add the milk slowly and mix  well. Add in the diced tomato and tortellini. Mix gently until pasta is coated. Serve right away, refrigerate leftovers.