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Easy & Delicious Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini

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This Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini is a creamy, dreamy weeknight wonder that will have everyone asking for seconds. It’s the perfect marriage of tender chicken, cheesy tortellini, and a rich garlic parmesan sauce.

Ingredients

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  • Boneless, skinless chicken breasts or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • Fresh (refrigerated) cheese tortellini
  • 4–6 cloves of freshly minced garlic
  • Freshly grated Parmesan-Reggiano cheese
  • Heavy cream
  • Low-sodium chicken broth
  • Olive oil
  • Butter
  • Salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Italian seasoning
  • Red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken dry with a paper towel and cut it into bite-sized pieces, about 1-inch cubes. Season generously with salt, black pepper, and a little Italian seasoning.
  2. Heat a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add a tablespoon of olive oil. Once shimmering, add the seasoned chicken pieces in a single layer. Cook for about 4-6 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the cooked chicken to a clean plate and set aside.
  3. Reduce the heat to medium. Add another tablespoon of olive oil and a tablespoon of butter to the same skillet. Once the butter is melted and foamy, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the chicken broth, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Stir in the heavy cream. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
  5. Gradually stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy. Add a pinch of Italian seasoning and red pepper flakes if using. Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary.
  6. Bring a separate pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the fresh tortellini and cook according to package directions, usually 2-3 minutes for fresh tortellini. Drain thoroughly.
  7. Add the cooked chicken back into the skillet with the creamy Parmesan sauce. Gently add the drained tortellini and toss everything together until coated in the sauce.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with an extra sprinkle of fresh Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Keywords: Don't overcook the tortellini; aim for al dente. Freshly grated Parmesan makes a difference in texture. Adjust sauce consistency with chicken broth or milk if needed. You can add greens like spinach or other veggies for extra flavor.

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