Description
Indulge in a comforting and rich one-pan meal with this Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini. Tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and broccoli are enveloped in a luscious creamy Parmesan sauce for a satisfying dinner that’s easy to make.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Tortellini:
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 1 (9 oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Season chicken with salt and pepper. Cook in olive oil until golden. Set aside.
- Make the Sauce: Sauté garlic, then add broccoli. Pour in cream and broth. Add Parmesan and red pepper flakes. Stir in butter.
- Cook the Tortellini: Simmer tortellini until tender. Add cooked chicken back to the skillet.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Frozen broccoli can be used—just thaw before adding.
- For a lighter version, substitute half-and-half or whole milk for heavy cream.
- Add mushrooms or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 29 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg
