4 Cheese Chicken and Bacon Tortellini
Indulge in ultimate comfort with this rich and creamy 4 Cheese Chicken and Bacon Tortellini, a decadent pasta dish that's bursting with flavor. Featuring tender cheese-filled tortellini tossed in a velvety sauce made with four luxurious cheeses—Parmesan, mozzarella, provolone, and cream cheese—this recipe takes indulgence to a whole new level. Juicy slices of seared chicken breast and crispy bacon add a savory, protein-packed touch, while freshly minced garlic and parsley bring a hint of freshness to balance the richness. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this one-pan meal is quick to prepare in just 45 minutes, making it ideal for busy families or anyone craving gourmet flavors without the fuss. Serve it hot and watch as this irresistible dish steals the spotlight at your dinner table! Keywords: cheese tortellini, chicken and bacon tortellini, four cheese pasta, easy comfort food recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz cheese tortellini
- 2 large chicken breast
- 6 slices bacon
- 3 tbsp butter
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 1 cup provolone cheese
- 4 oz cream cheese
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
While the pasta is cooking, heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 6-8 minutes. Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain. Once cooled, crumble the bacon and set aside.
Season both sides of the chicken breasts with salt and black pepper.
In the same skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook until golden and fully cooked, about 5-6 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and let rest for 5 minutes before slicing into thin strips.
Lower the heat to medium and add the butter to the skillet. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
Pour in the heavy cream and bring it to a simmer. Gradually stir in the Parmesan cheese, mozzarella cheese, provolone cheese, and cream cheese. Continue stirring until the cheeses are melted and the sauce is smooth.
Add the cooked tortellini, sliced chicken, and crumbled bacon to the skillet. Stir until everything is well-coated in the cheese sauce and heated through.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5060 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 358.7 g | 460% | |
| Saturated Fat | 191.3 g | 957% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1273 mg | 424% | |
| Sodium | 8071 mg | 351% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.2 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.9 g | ||
| Protein | 245.9 g | 492% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 3305 mg | 254% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1708 mg | 36% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
