Start your water to boil the tortellini.
Cook tortellini according to package directions.
In a large deep pan, cook 6 slices of bacon.
Remove bacon to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
Add onion and garlic to bacon drippings. Saute for approximately 1 minute, until onions soften and garlic is fragrant.
Next, add sliced chicken to pan with onions and garlic. Cook until chicken is warmed through.
Remove chicken from pan and set aside.
Pour in chicken broth to deglaze the pan.
Add the tomatoes, stir into chicken broth.
Add the half & half and Italian seasoning. Stir to combine. Allow to simmer for 2 minutes.
Add the parmesan cheese. Stir into sauce and allow cheese to melt.
Add red pepper flakes to taste.
Turn off heat and add spinach. Stir into sauce until it wilts.
Finally, add in the chicken and tortellini. Toss with spoon to combine.