Description
One-Pot Spicy Garlic Butter Chicken Tortellini is a deliciously creamy and spicy pasta dish that brings comfort and flavor to your table. This quick recipe combines tender chicken, cheese tortellini, and a rich garlic butter sauce in just one pot, making it the perfect option for busy weeknights. With its vibrant colors and mouthwatering aroma, this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb)
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 9 oz cheese tortellini (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a large skillet over medium heat and melt the butter. Add diced chicken, cooking until golden brown and no longer pink.
- Stir in minced garlic and red pepper flakes; sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken broth (not listed in ingredients) and bring to a simmer. Add cheese tortellini and cook according to package instructions (3-5 minutes).
- Lower heat, stir in heavy cream, and mix until well combined.
- Season with chopped parsley, salt, and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 250g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 750mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 85mg