Description
Chicken Tortellini Alfredo is a rich and creamy Italian-American dish featuring tender chicken pieces and cheese tortellini tossed in a luscious Alfredo sauce made from heavy cream, Parmesan cheese, and garlic. This comforting main course is easy to prepare on the stovetop and perfect for a satisfying family dinner.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound cheese tortellini (fresh or refrigerated)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 cup baby spinach or steamed broccoli (optional)
- Chopped parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- Cook Tortellini: Cook the tortellini according to package directions until al dente. Drain well and set aside to prepare the sauce and chicken.
- Cook Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bite-sized chicken pieces and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, about 6 to 8 minutes. Remove the chicken from the skillet and set aside.
- Sauté Garlic: In the same skillet, add butter and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until the garlic is fragrant but not browned, enhancing the flavor of the Alfredo sauce.
- Make Alfredo Sauce: Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Continue cooking for 3 to 4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Combine and Heat: Add the cooked tortellini and chicken back into the skillet. Toss everything together to coat the pasta and chicken evenly in the Alfredo sauce. If using, add baby spinach or steamed broccoli, and cook for another 1 to 2 minutes until the greens are wilted or heated through.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley, and serve the Chicken Tortellini Alfredo warm for a creamy and comforting meal.
Notes
- For a quicker option, use store-bought rotisserie chicken instead of cooking chicken breasts from scratch.
- To make a lighter version of the sauce, substitute heavy cream with half-and-half.
