Description
Savor the rich flavors of creamy chicken tortellini, a delightful dish that pairs tender pasta with juicy chicken in a luscious sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners, this quick and easy recipe is sure to impress your loved ones. Customize it with your favorite vegetables or proteins for a unique twist!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 9 oz fresh tortellini (cheese or spinach-filled)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2–3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season chicken breasts with salt and pepper, then cook for 5-7 minutes per side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant (about 30 seconds).
- Pour in heavy cream while stirring constantly. Bring to a gentle simmer and add grated Parmesan cheese until melted.
- Cook tortellini according to package instructions (about 3-5 minutes), then drain.
- Add cooked tortellini and fresh spinach to the creamy sauce. Toss gently until everything is well coated and heated through (about 2 minutes).
- Serve immediately, garnished with additional Parmesan if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 470
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 26g
- Cholesterol: 95mg