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Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tortellini

A creamy, garlic-infused dish featuring tender chicken and cheese tortellini, making for a quick one-pan family-friendly meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 600

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 12 ounces cheese tortellini
  • 2 pieces chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 cups broccoli florets
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • to taste Salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • for garnish Fresh parsley, chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces for even cooking, grate the Parmesan cheese, and mince your garlic cloves.
Cooking the Tortellini
  1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the cheese tortellini and cook according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Cooking the Chicken
  1. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chicken pieces, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until golden brown and cooked through (165°F). Remove and set aside, keeping the flavorful bits in the pan.
Making the Sauce
  1. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  2. Pour in the chicken broth and heavy cream, scraping up any browned bits to enhance the sauce flavor. Add the Italian seasoning and let the mixture simmer.
  3. Stir in the freshly grated Parmesan cheese until you have a smooth, luscious sauce.
Final Touch
  1. Add the broccoli florets, cooking until they're bright green and tender-crisp.
  2. Return the chicken and tortellini to the skillet, tossing everything together until well coated in the creamy goodness.
  3. For a pop of freshness, sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish before serving. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.

Notes

Store leftovers in the fridge for up to three days or freeze for up to three months. A splash of chicken broth may help when reheating.