Alfredo Tortellini and Chicken
Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this creamy Alfredo Tortellini and Chicken recipe—a perfect blend of velvety garlic-Parmesan Alfredo sauce, tender slices of seasoned chicken, and cheese-stuffed tortellini. This quick and easy dish comes together in just 40 minutes, making it an ideal option for weeknight dinners or a special occasion. The richness of heavy cream and butter is perfectly balanced by aromatic Italian seasoning and a touch of fresh parsley for garnish. Serve this decadent pasta creation with a side of garlic bread or a crisp green salad for a restaurant-quality meal that will have everyone craving seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 16 oz Cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 2 pieces Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 4 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 2 cups Heavy cream
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Ground black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (chopped, for garnish)
Instructions
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Cook the cheese tortellini according to package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken breasts and cook for 5-7 minutes per side or until fully cooked (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove the chicken from the skillet, let it rest for 5 minutes, then slice into bite-sized pieces.
In the same skillet, heat the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream, stirring continuously. Allow the cream to heat for 2-3 minutes, but do not let it boil.
Gradually whisk in the grated Parmesan cheese until fully melted and the sauce is smooth. Season the sauce with additional salt and pepper to taste.
Add the cooked tortellini to the skillet with the Alfredo sauce and toss to coat evenly.
Gently stir in the sliced chicken, ensuring everything is well combined and heated through.
Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley. Pair with a side of garlic bread or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.1 g | 110% | |
| Saturated Fat | 47.9 g | 240% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 295 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 1951 mg | 85% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.1 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.4 g | ||
| Protein | 61.4 g | 123% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 792 mg | 61% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 465 mg | 10% | |
*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.
