Skillet Tortellini
Transform your weeknight dinner routine with this irresistible Skillet Tortellini recipe—a one-pan wonder that's equal parts comforting and flavorful. Packed with tender cheese-stuffed tortellini simmered in a velvety tomato-cream sauce, this dish is a celebration of rich Italian flavors. Sautéed onions, garlic, and a blend of Italian seasoning create a fragrant base, while fresh spinach adds a pop of color and nutrients to the mix. Topped with Parmesan cheese and optional fresh basil, this 35-minute skillet meal is perfect for busy nights when you crave a hearty, homemade dinner without the hassle. Whether you're a pasta lover or just need an easy, crowd-pleasing recipe, this creamy skillet tortellini is bound to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup Chicken or vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Dried Italian seasoning
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 20 ounces Refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 0.5 cup Heavy cream
- 3 cups Fresh spinach, roughly chopped
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil, chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute, until fragrant.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and chicken or vegetable broth, stirring to combine.
Sprinkle in the Italian seasoning and crushed red pepper flakes, if using. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Bring the sauce to a simmer and add the cheese tortellini. Stir to coat the tortellini in the sauce.
Cover the skillet with a lid and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tortellini are tender.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the heavy cream, mixing until fully incorporated.
Add the fresh spinach and cook for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese into the skillet and stir to combine.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Remove the skillet from the heat and garnish with fresh chopped basil, if desired.
Serve warm and enjoy your skillet tortellini!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2917 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.5 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.2 g | 296% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 330 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 7560 mg | 329% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 343.6 g | 125% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.0 g | 104% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.3 g | ||
| Protein | 99.9 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1687 mg | 130% | |
| Iron | 23.0 mg | 128% | |
| Potassium | 3809 mg | 81% | |
*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.
