Description
Indulge in a bowl of Creamy Parmesan Chicken Tortellini, where tender chicken meets delightful tortellini enveloped in a luscious Parmesan sauce. This comforting dish is perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings alike, delivering rich flavors that will make everyone smile. In just under 30 minutes, you can create a hearty meal that impresses without the stress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1.5 lbs)
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 9 oz cheese-filled tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups spinach or kale, chopped
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper. Cook for 6-7 minutes on each side until golden brown and no longer pink inside. Remove from skillet and let rest.
- Sauté Garlic & Greens: In the same skillet, add minced garlic and chopped spinach or kale. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Prepare Tortellini: Boil water in another pot and cook tortellini according to package instructions (about 3-5 minutes) until al dente.
- Make the Sauce: Reduce heat in the skillet and pour in heavy cream while stirring gently. Add grated Parmesan cheese until melted and creamy.
- Combine Ingredients: Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and return to the skillet along with drained tortellini. Toss until coated in the sauce.
- Serve: Plate your creamy dish and garnish with additional Parmesan or cracked black pepper.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 120mg