Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini, a dish that brings together tender cheese tortellini, seared chicken, and a luscious garlic parmesan sauce, all enhanced by vibrant broccoli. Perfect for any occasion—from family dinners to romantic date nights—this recipe boasts rich flavors while being quick to prepare, taking only 35 minutes from start to finish. With its comforting taste and simple cooking process, it’s destined to become a favorite in your kitchen.
Ingredients
- Cheese tortellini
- Chicken breast
- Fresh broccoli
- Heavy cream
- Parmesan cheese
- Garlic cloves
- Butter
- Olive oil
Instructions
- Cook the tortellini in salted boiling water until al dente; reserve 1 cup of pasta water.
- Steam broccoli florets until bright green and crisp-tender.
- Season chicken cubes with salt and pepper; sear in olive oil until golden brown and cooked through.
- Melt butter in the same skillet, sauté garlic until fragrant, then whisk in heavy cream.
- Gradually add Parmesan cheese until smooth; adjust sauce with reserved pasta water if needed.
- Combine chicken, tortellini, and broccoli in the skillet; toss to coat with sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Boiling and Searing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg