Description
Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini is a delightful and comforting dish that brings together tender cheese tortellini, perfectly seared chicken, and vibrant broccoli, all enveloped in a rich garlic parmesan sauce. Ideal for quick weeknight dinners or special occasions, this recipe is both satisfying and easy to prepare. Within just 35 minutes, you’ll have a delicious meal that pleases the entire family. The creamy sauce, enhanced by fresh garlic and parmesan cheese, elevates the dish to gourmet status while allowing for customization with seasonal vegetables or leftover proteins. Gather your loved ones around the table and enjoy this flavorful pasta dish tonight!
Ingredients
- Cheese tortellini
- Chicken breast
- Fresh broccoli
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic cloves
- Butter
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Cook tortellini in boiling salted water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
- Steam broccoli florets for 3-4 minutes until bright green; plunge into ice water to stop cooking.
- Season chicken with salt and pepper; sear in olive oil over medium-high heat until golden brown and cooked through (6-8 minutes). Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, melt butter, sauté minced garlic for 1 minute, then stir in heavy cream while whisking.
- Gradually whisk in parmesan cheese until smooth; adjust thickness with reserved pasta water if necessary.
- Add back chicken, tortellini, and broccoli; toss gently to coat with sauce. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (350g)
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Feel free to incorporate other seasonal veggies like spinach or bell peppers for added nutrition. For a lighter version, replace heavy cream with half-and-half or a mixture of milk and butter.