Description
This Garlic Parmesan Tortellini Skillet combines tender chicken, crisp broccoli, and cheesy tortellini in a creamy, flavorful sauce. It’s a quick and easy one-pan dinner that’s perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound boneless skinless chicken breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For the Skillet:
- 2 cups small broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 10 oz refrigerated cheese tortellini
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Season chicken with salt and pepper, then cook for 5–7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Set aside.
- Prepare the Skillet: In the same skillet, cook broccoli for 2–3 minutes until crisp-tender. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute. Pour in chicken broth and simmer. Stir in heavy cream, Parmesan, and red pepper flakes. Add tortellini, cover, and simmer for 4–5 minutes.
- Combine and Serve: Return cooked chicken to the skillet. Stir in butter until melted. Garnish with parsley and serve warm.
Notes
- Use pre-cooked or rotisserie chicken for convenience.
- Substitute frozen broccoli or add mushrooms/spinach for variety.
- Sprinkle mozzarella on top before serving for extra cheesiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 490
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 540mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
