Chicken Tortellini Alfredo: Indulgent Comfort Food Made Easy
A deliciously creamy, indulgent Chicken Tortellini Alfredo that’s quick and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces cheese tortellini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup chopped parsley
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini according to package instructions and set aside.
- In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Stir in minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Pour in heavy cream and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Stir in Parmesan cheese until melted and smooth.
- Add the cooked tortellini to the sauce and toss to combine.
- Season with salt and pepper, then garnish with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add some Italian seasoning to the sauce.
- Feel free to substitute vegetables like spinach or broccoli for a healthier option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 675
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 890mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 24g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg