Cowboy Butter Garlic Chicken Tortellini: Indulgent Italian Delight
A deliciously rich and creamy dish featuring chicken and tortellini, all tossed in a savory cowboy butter garlic sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: High Protein
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound chicken breast, diced
- 2 cups cheese tortellini
- 1/2 cup cowboy butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup fire-roasted red peppers, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions, then drain and set aside.
- In a large skillet, melt the cowboy butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Stir in the diced chicken and cook until browned and cooked through.
- Add the fire-roasted red peppers and Italian seasoning. Mix well and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Combine the cooked tortellini with the chicken mixture, stirring to coat.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh parsley or parmesan cheese.
- This dish pairs well with a side salad or garlic bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 35g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg