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Easy Creamy Tortellini with Chicken and Broccoli Recipe

Easy Creamy Tortellini with Chicken and Broccoli Recipe for Comfort

This Easy Creamy Tortellini with Chicken and Broccoli Recipe is a comforting dish perfect for a quick and delicious meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Italian
Servings 4 plates
Calories 650 kcal

Equipment

  • large pot
  • large skillet

Ingredients
  

Pasta and Chicken

  • 12 oz cheese tortellini fresh or frozen
  • 2 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • ½ cup chicken broth
  • 1 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 2 cups broccoli florets steamed or cooked
  • Salt to taste
  • Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • Fresh parsley chopped, for garnish

Instructions
 

Cooking Steps

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook tortellini according to package instructions—3-5 minutes for fresh, 8-10 minutes for frozen. Drain and set aside.
  • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken pieces and cook for 5-7 minutes until golden and cooked through. Season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  • In the same skillet, add minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
  • Pour in heavy cream and chicken broth. Stir and bring to a simmer. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened. Stir in grated Parmesan and cook until melted and creamy.
  • Return chicken and add steamed broccoli to the skillet. Add the cooked tortellini and toss to combine. Adjust sauce consistency with extra broth or pasta water if needed. Taste and adjust seasoning.
  • Transfer to serving plates. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Don’t overcrowd the pan when cooking chicken—work in batches for better browning. If the sauce thickens too much, add reserved pasta water or broth to loosen it up. Steam broccoli just until tender-crisp to maintain color and texture. Cook longer if you prefer it softer.

Nutrition

Serving: 1plateCalories: 650kcalCarbohydrates: 46gProtein: 38gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 17gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 810mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3g
Keyword Broccoli Recipe, Chicken Recipe, comfort food, Easy Creamy Tortellini, quick dinner, Tortellini Dish
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