Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini, a comforting dish that effortlessly combines tender chicken, creamy tortellini, and a garlic-infused sauce. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this one-pot meal is not only quick to prepare but also delivers a delightful balance of spice and richness. With just a handful of ingredients and minimal cleanup, you’ll have a satisfying dinner ready in under 30 minutes. Whether served with a light salad or warm garlic bread, this dish is bound to impress your family and guests alike. Elevate your weeknight dinners with this delicious recipe!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb chicken breast or thighs
- 2 cups fresh cheese tortellini
- 4 cloves garlic
- 4 tbsp butter
- 1 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 cups chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, melt butter over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper; cook until browned (6–8 minutes). Remove and set aside.
- In the same pot, melt more butter. Sauté minced garlic until fragrant (30 seconds), then add red pepper flakes.
- Pour in chicken broth; scrape up bits from the pot. Stir in heavy cream and simmer.
- Add tortellini; cook for 4–6 minutes until tender.
- Return chicken to pot, stir in Parmesan cheese until melted, and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: One-Pot Cooking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (250g)
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 29g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 95mg