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Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
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Grill the chicken breasts until fully cooked and cut in cubes.
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Meanwhile, in a large sauté pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
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Add the garlic and onions and sauté for about a minute.
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Add the olives, tomatoes, brown sugar, chilli flakes, anchovy paste and capers and cook until the tomatoes just start to break down.
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Add the red pepper and basil and cook for an additional minute.
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Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste.
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If the sauce is too thick you can add a little of the pasta water to thin it down.
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Add the whipping cream and simmer for an additional minute.
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Cook the tortellini as directed on the package.
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Toss the sauce with the pasta and chicken and serve with freshly grated or shaved parmesan cheese.