Description
Creamy Garlic Parmesan Tortellini with Chicken & Broccoli is a one-pan meal featuring tender tortellini, juicy chicken, fresh broccoli, and a rich garlic Parmesan sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or casual gatherings, this dish is hearty, flavorful, and ready in under 40 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2–3 chicken breasts or thighs
- 12 oz cheese-filled tortellini
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken:
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Season chicken with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
- Cook chicken for 5–7 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and let it rest.
- Blanch the Broccoli:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil.
- Add broccoli florets and cook for 2–3 minutes until tender-crisp.
- Drain and set aside.
- Cook the Tortellini:
- In the same boiling water, cook tortellini per package instructions.
- Reserve 1/2 cup pasta water, then drain and set aside.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- Melt butter in the same skillet over medium heat.
- Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, and reserved pasta water. Simmer gently.
- Incorporate Parmesan:
- Gradually whisk in Parmesan cheese until fully melted.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if desired.
- Combine Ingredients:
- Slice cooked chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Add chicken, tortellini, and broccoli to the skillet. Toss to coat everything in the sauce.
- Finish and Serve:
- Simmer for 2–3 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve hot, garnished with additional Parmesan, if desired.
Notes
- Storage:
- Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
- Freeze the sauce and chicken (without tortellini) for up to 1 month. Reheat and add fresh tortellini.
- Reheating:
- Warm gently on the stovetop or microwave with a splash of milk or chicken broth to loosen the sauce.
- Pro Tips:
- Blanch broccoli briefly to retain its bright color and crunch.
- To prevent sauce curdling, ensure heavy cream
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: dinner pasta
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian-American
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