Description
A delicious dish that combines tender chicken with rich flavors and cheesy tortellini, perfect for a comforting family meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 12 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons butter
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for a bit of heat)
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
- While the tortellini cooks, season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 6-7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
- Pour in the chicken broth and bring to a simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Add the heavy cream and grated Parmesan cheese. Stir until the sauce is smooth and creamy, about 4-5 minutes.
- Slice the cooked chicken into strips and return it to the skillet. Add the cooked tortellini and toss everything together, making sure the tortellini is coated in the creamy sauce.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and red pepper flakes (if using) before serving.
Notes
For a lighter version, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
Keywords: creamy, garlic, parmesan, chicken, tortellini, pasta