Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini is a creamy and comforting dish that brings warmth to any dinner table. Featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini coated in a rich garlic Parmesan sauce and juicy chicken, this delightful recipe comes together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, each bite promises a satisfying experience that will impress your loved ones.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (1.5 lbs)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 12 oz cheese tortellini
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by chopping the chicken and mincing the garlic.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter over medium-low heat and sauté garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute). Add heavy cream and stir in grated Parmesan until melted.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions (3-5 minutes), then drain.
- Chop cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces and add it, along with tortellini, into the creamy sauce. Stir gently to coat.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan or parsley if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 20g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 110mg