Description
Indulge in a rich and creamy delight with this flavorful Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini. Tender cheese tortellini, succulent chicken, and vibrant broccoli come together in a luscious garlic parmesan sauce that is sure to impress your taste buds. This dish is perfect for a cozy family dinner or a special gathering with friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheese Tortellini:
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
Chicken & Broccoli:
- 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cups broccoli florets
Garlic Parmesan Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 1/4 cups heavy cream
- 3/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Chopped parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Tortellini and Broccoli: Cook tortellini according to package instructions. Add broccoli in the last 2 minutes of boiling. Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Chicken: In a skillet, cook chicken pieces in olive oil over medium heat until golden and cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic in butter. Add cream, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Simmer and stir in Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Combine and Serve: Return chicken, tortellini, and broccoli to the skillet. Toss in the sauce and cook until heated through. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.
Notes
- Substitute half-and-half for a lighter sauce.
- Use pre-cooked rotisserie chicken for faster prep.
- Enhance with mushrooms or spinach for added veggies.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 640
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 560mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 41g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
