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Chicken Tortellini Alfredo

Chicken Tortellini Alfredo Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 780
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breasts, cubed
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1½ cups low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1 lb refrigerated cheese tortellini
  • ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan
  • Pinch of ground nutmeg (optional)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Method
 

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Season chicken with ½ tsp salt and pepper, then cook until golden and cooked through, about 5 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
  2. Reduce heat to medium, add butter, and sauté garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Pour in chicken broth and cream, bring to a simmer, then add tortellini and remaining salt. Cook 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until pasta is tender and sauce thickens.
  4. Off heat, stir in Parmesan and nutmeg, then fold in chicken. Garnish with parsley and serve hot.

Notes

The sauce will continue to thicken as it sits. If reheating, add a splash of milk or broth to loosen it up. Always use freshly grated Parmesan for the smoothest melt.