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Bowl of creamy chicken tortellini topped with herbs and parmesan cheese

Creamy Chicken Tortellini

A comforting one-pan dish with tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and a creamy sauce, perfect for family dinners on chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Italian
Calories: 480
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts Opt for quality chicken breasts.
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil For cooking the chicken.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cups chicken broth Low-sodium is best.
  • 1 cup heavy cream Can substitute with Greek yogurt for lower calories.
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon dried Italian herbs Or a mix of oregano, basil, and thyme.
For the Tortellini
  • 9 ounces refrigerated or frozen cheese tortellini
  • Fresh parsley For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the chicken breasts with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
  3. Once hot, add the chicken and cook for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside to rest.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add the chicken broth and bring to a simmer.
  2. Stir in the heavy cream, garlic powder, onion powder, and dried Italian herbs.
  3. Let it cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Cook the Tortellini
  1. Add the tortellini to the sauce and let it cook according to the package instructions (usually about 3-5 minutes), stirring gently to combine.
Combining Ingredients
  1. Dice the rested chicken into bite-sized pieces and fold it back into the skillet with the tortellini.
  2. Stir until everything is combined, hot, and creamy.
Garnish and Serve
  1. Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat over low heat on the stove, adding a splash of chicken broth if needed to loosen up the sauce. For a vegetarian version, swap chicken and broth for sautéed vegetables and vegetable broth.